Corporate Tax Director

Ref39Service Line/DepartmentCorporate TaxLocationEdinburghEmployment typeFull-timeClosing date05/08/2024DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced corporate tax specialist at Director level based in our Edinburgh office and be a part our fast-growing and dynamic Scotland Corporate Tax Team.A key focus of the work will be to work with the corporate tax team partner, to support further growth and development in the market and the team. There are clear paths to progression at the firm for the right candidate.The mix of work will be varied as the client base of the corporate tax team is across a diverse range of business sectors both within the Scottish market and also our London client base.We provide tax advisory and compliance services of businesses ranging from listed entities, multinationals to smaller owner-managed businesses. In addition, to commercial companies in service/manufacturing industries, we also deal with landed estates, professional partnerships, financial service companies, sports and entertainment businesses, entrepreneur’s, charities and schools. Whilst the annual corporate tax compliance is the key focus of the role, tax planning will arise as a matter of course across this diverse portfolio of clients. This will include areas such as group tax planning, property planning, capital allowances, CFC and residency matters, corporate interest restriction, R&D tax credits and s455 tax planning. Tax accounting will also be an essential part of the role.The successful applicant will also work closely with the Partner on stand-alone tax advisory projects, including structuring acquisitions and disposals, transaction support and due diligence.The TeamThe Scotland corporation tax team consists of one Partner, two Senior Managers, four Managers, three Assistant Managers, three seniors and six trainees.The team cover all the major accounting and tax disciplines including accounts, audit and tax for companies, in Scotland and all over the UK. Work is undertaken for large multi-national companies, family businesses, and a vibrant and varied combination of local, national and international clients.The team is welcoming and inclusive and has a mix of office based workers in Edinburgh and Inverness and remote workers across Scotland. The Great Place to Work feedback is extremely positive, but we take all feedback seriously and look for continuous improvement in all areas to make the team individuals can be proud of being part of, and where they feel they belong.YouPreferably CTA and/or ACA qualified and have experience in a Senior Management/ Director level position.Excellent technical skills and experience, and have a thorough understanding of UK corporate tax issues.Experience of managing a team, and helping to deliver a very high standard of professional work to a challenging and varied portfolio of clients. The individual should also be able to market his/her skills and those of the firm, both on a one-to-one basis and in presentations.Innovative with vision, creativity and flair.Ideally have previously dealt with a range of tax issues appropriate to our client base of corporate clients. This should include tax planning, capital gains, capital allowances, company restructuring, the review of corporate tax returns and all aspects of general advisory services you would expect to offer to corporate clients.Ability to look at the tax issues of private companies both from the point of view of the company structure, and that of their owners.Reward and BenefitsA 35 hour working week with a hybrid working policy with the flexibility to work from home for up to three days per week (our core hours are 10-4)Excellent benefits including; contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave, Life Assurance cover and great flexible benefits and family friendly policies.Eligibility for the firm’s Profit-Sharing Plan. Paid in December.Eligibility for the discretionary bonus schemeAbout Us Saffery LLP is an adviser to individuals and businesses across a range of sectors, providing market-leading accountancy, audit, business advisory, tax and VAT services. Founded in 1855, we are the UK’s 15th largest accountancy firm.When you work with us at Saffery, you work with people who know your name, not just a job title. We’re a place shaped by friendly, intelligent people who are individually excellent and collectively exceptional. We’re committed to our clients, but also to our greatest asset – our people.As a proud member of Nexia, a leading, international network of independent accounting and consulting firms, we’ve got access to local insight on a global scale.Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Equality, diversity and inclusion is a top priority for us. With our ED&I strategy, Everyone Belongs, we are building on our positive work culture and implementing initiatives to improve diversity and strengthen our equitable culture of inclusion, led from the top.We hope you will apply to us, whatever your background, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, disability or neurodivergence, because individual differences equal collective strength. Built on values of excellence, integrity, enthusiasm and collegiality, Saffery is where Potential meets Personal.