Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment
Corporate Tax Assistant

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Corporate Tax Assistant
Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a well-established organisation based in Portlethen in the search for a Corporate Tax Assistant to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and enthusiastic individual who is keen to develop whilst gaining exposure to a broad range of corporate tax activities.
This is a junior position within the team and would suit someone coming from either an accounting role with tax exposure or an existing tax position, who is looking to take the next step in their career. Full support and training will be provided, alongside a clear progression plan and professional study support.
This is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career in tax with a business that will invest in your development.
The Opportunity
Working as part of a collaborative and supportive tax team, you will gain hands-on experience across a range of UK and international tax activities. You will support compliance processes, develop your technical tax knowledge and work closely with colleagues across finance and the wider business.
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This role offers excellent long-term career prospects within a specialist and highly sought-after area of finance.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the preparation of UK corporation tax returns and computations
- Support tax compliance and reporting activities
- Maintain accurate tax records and documentation
- Assist with tax administration processes and compliance schedules
- Liaise with colleagues across finance and other business functions
- Support responses to internal and external tax-related queries
- Help identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies
- Develop technical tax knowledge through on-the-job training and professional studies
Background & Experience
We are keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:
- Previous experience within an accounting, finance or tax environment
- Some exposure to tax, either through an accounting role or a dedicated tax position
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to work
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
- A genuine interest in developing a career within corporate tax
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn


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Candidates who are currently studying towards, or interested in pursuing, a professional tax qualification would be particularly well suited to this opportunity.
Flexibility & Benefits
- Hybrid working available following successful completion of probation
- 37.5-hour working week
- 26 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays
- Pension scheme
- Private medical cover
- Professional study support
- Clear progression and development plan
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
Next Steps
If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your career within corporate tax and join a business that will actively support your professional growth, we'd love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Leah McCrea at Cooper Parry.
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