Tax Assistant

We are looking for a Tax Assistant to join the team on a 3 month fixed term basis.

The role will provide practical support across partner tax compliance, including tax return preparation, reconciliations, tax payment administration and the processing of tax-related journals.

You will also support the team with the organisation and secure management of confidential partner tax information.

This would suit someone with good numerical and organisational skills who is comfortable working with spreadsheets, financial information and detailed administrative tasks.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of tax returns for review by the wider Tax team.
• Complete reconciliations relating to amended 2024/25 tax returns, identifying relevant underpayments and overpayments.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of the January tax payment spreadsheet.
• Check tax payment information against HMRC records and update relevant adjustments, including those relating to partner joiners and leavers.
• Support the processing and journalling of tax payments and refunds arising from compliance activity.
• Create and maintain secure iManage folders for individual partners.
• Assist with transferring existing partner tax documentation into the appropriate secure locations.
• Ensure confidential partner and financial information is handled appropriately and securely.
• Provide wider administrative support to the Partner Tax team as required.

About you

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience within tax, finance, accountancy or a similar environment.
• Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Good Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with spreadsheets.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage detailed tasks accurately.
• A methodical approach to reconciliations and financial information.
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality when handling personal and financial data.
• The ability to work independently while working effectively as part of a wider team.
• Previous exposure to tax returns, HMRC processes, financial reconciliations or journals would be advantageous but is not essential.