Financial Reporting & Tax Accountant

Your new companyHays are delighted to be supporting a mid-size services organisation based in Birmingham City to recruit a Tax and Financial Reporting Accountant.Your new roleWe are seeking a qualified Tax and Financial Reporting Accountant to join our expanding finance team in Birmingham City Centre. Whilst it is a blend of Tax and Financial Reporting, the role would ideally suit someone with more of a financial bias but with knowledge of tax.This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality tax compliance, financial reporting, and broader finance support within a well-established and growing business.Initially, the role will have a strong tax focus, taking ownership of:UK corporate tax complianceVAT returns and related advisory supportTax governance and controlsTax reporting and supporting year-end processesAs the finance function continues to evolve, the role will broaden to include increased involvement in statutory financial reporting and management accounting, offering the successful candidate the chance to build a well-rounded and progressive finance skillset.What you'll need to succeedWe're looking for someone who brings technical strength, professional curiosity, and a desire to grow. A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA / ACCA /CIMA/ CTA) with post-qualification experienceStrong experience in UK corporate tax; VAT knowledge desirableExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsConfidence in working with complex financial informationStrong communication skills and the ability to work with stakeholders across the businessA proactive, collaborative approach and willingness to broaden your financial expertiseWhat you'll get in returnThis is an exciting opportunity to join a business on a growth trajectory. The company offers a generous basic salary of up to £75,000 plus competitive benefits and 2 days hybrid working per week. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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