Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to support the compliance of some of our most complex customers. We monitor a defined population which means you will see compliance from end to end and be involved in new approaches to compliance. The role is predominantly focused on compliance activity but as part of this role you will get involved in mentoring colleagues and helping to develop new ways of working to support high level objectives.
As well as a strong technical background you will also need to be a strong communicator adept at negotiation. You will lead at meetings with customers and present cases at governance boards to senior colleagues. You will also have responsibility for a portfolio area which could include: the application of specific legislation, new developments in risk identification or new ways of working. Ownership of such a portfolio will mean sharing knowledge with colleagues formally and informally as well as collaborating with a national network. We are also looking for people who show leadership and who are comfortable challenging the norm.

You will play a key role in the way we operate across the entire business area. Within your role you will:

• Lead your own complex compliance checks, being accountable for your decisions.
• Support others as part of a multi-grade team.
• Identify tax risks in Corporation Tax returns through review and analysis of accounts, computations, information systems and other sources.
• Meet yield delivery targets in line with forecasts.

Additional Information:

• Travel and overnight stays may be required across the UK.
• Completion of e-Learning relating to policies. Attendance at various technical workshops as and when deemed necessary.

Behaviors

We'll assess you against these behaviors during the selection process:

• Communicating and Influencing
• Making Effective Decisions
• Working Together

Benefits

• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• A Civil Service pension

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience of leading on and dealing with complex Corporation Tax matters. Strong attention to detail and experience of analysis. Excellent communication skills, a confident verbal communicator and ability to build relationships. Strong written communication skills including tailoring your message to the intended audience. Sharing learning and supporting the development of others through coaching and training sessions. Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changes in priority. You will need to demonstrate: Experience of leading on and dealing with complex Corporation Tax matters. Experience of building capability in others through mentoring, coaching or other knowledge sharing. Chartered Tax Adviser (CIOT). Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies membership qualification e.g. Institute of Chartered Accountant of England & Wales (ICAEW). Accountants in Scotland (ICAS) Institute of Chartered Accountants Ireland (ICAI). Chartered Institute of Public finance Accountancy (CIPFA). Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). Holders of an Advanced Diploma in International Taxation (ADIT). Post Graduate full legal qualification in taxation matters. Candidates will be expected to carry out a 10 minute presentation (topic to be confirmed).