Job number UU02273
Country - United Kingdom
Region - Cheshire West and Chester
Location name - Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP
Posting End Date - 21/03/2025
Band - 4a
Role Type - Permanent
Work hours - 5 Day per Week
Salary - Competitive Salary
United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.
We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.
We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities.
We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.
* A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
* A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
* Up to 10.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
* A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
* MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
* Best Doctors
* Salary Finance
* Wealth at Work courses
* Deals and discounts
* EVolve Car Scheme
* Employee Assistance Plan
* Mental health first aiders
* ShareBuy
* Enhanced parental leave schemes
Job Purpose
We are looking for a qualified tax professional to work within an established in-house tax team. Reporting to the Tax Manager, in this role you will support the corporate compliance and reporting for the group as well as a variety of ad-hoc advisory projects.
There will also be a requirement to support the business in employment tax matters – experience in this area is desirable but not essential as training can be provided. You will have the opportunity to utilise your current skill set and pick up new knowledge. This role would suit those who have already worked in-house or those in practice looking to make their first move into industry and has great opportunities for future development.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include:
* Preparation of corporate tax reporting and compliance computations
* Preparation of group external reporting, company business plans and regulatory plans and accounts
* Assist Tax Manager / Head of Tax and legal team on a wide variety of transactions
* Tax modelling and forecasting tax payable and profits / losses as required
* Contribute and assist with systems implementation and integration of new technology solutions and processes
* To provide ad hoc advice to the business, as required
* To support the business on employment tax technical matters
* Support on tax risk and governance matters as required including SAO
Technical Skills & Experience
* Minimum of 1 years' experience post qualified experience in corporate tax
* You will be ACA or ACCA qualified and / or CTA qualified
* A strong UK tax technical skillset
* Good tax accounting knowledge and experience of reporting under IFRS
* Strong knowledge of capital allowances
* Knowledge of excel and an interest in tax technology
* Employment tax experience desirable but not essential – a willingness and ability to learn new skills will be required
We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.
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