Employment Taxes Assistant Manager / Manager

Benefits

Additional Information

Alternatively, Grant Thornton At Grant Thornton we do things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work life balance. A true alternative. With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we're on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career. Job Description: NEW GROUND WON'T BREAK ITSELF. Locations greater London, Milton Keynes or Reading. Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals. Employment Tax is an important building block for any business. We support businesses and employees with a practical and pragmatic perspective - making their approach to expenses more efficient, training them on how to embed new rules such as IR35, propose pragmatic solutions when compliance falls short, answer queries as to how to best reward and tax benefits and payments provided to their employees, introducing new or updated salary sacrifice employee benefit schemes and dealing with tax authorities. We are looking for an experienced Assistant Manager or Manager to join a successful and expanding national Employment Tax team with much opportunity for growth. There is an opportunity to work full time or flexibly and for hybrid working. A look into the role As an experienced AM/Manager within our Employment Tax team, you will: Advise our diverse client base on a range of employment tax issues, including the operation of PAYE and NIC on payments, expenses and benefits provided to employees as well as establishing employment status (including IR35). Help employers gain cost savings through the implementation of more effective pay and benefits reward structures. Manage Employment Tax compliance and mitigate internal and external risks including in relation to year end reporting as well as risks such as NMW and holiday pay. Assist with Employment Tax reviews, whether within due diligence, healthchecks, SAO or on a standalone basis. Play an integral role in the Employment Tax and wider Employer Solutions group, working on interesting and rewarding projects within the team on a variety of clients. Build the reputation of the Employment Tax team and Grant Thornton as a whole through quality. Knowing you're right for us Joining us as a AM/Manager in Employment Tax/Employer Solutions the minimum criteria you'll need: ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified or equivalent qualification, preferably in tax Excellent communication skills and the ability to work lead on projects At least 3-years' experience in Employment Tax It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don't worry if you don't tick every box, we'll help you to develop along the way: Current knowledge of UK tax legislation and common Employment Tax themes (PAYE, NIC, IR35, etc) and be aware of implications from the Budget/Autumn Statement and HMRC consultations A well thought out approach to complex problems based on sound judgment and research, communicating with empathy and impact A tenacious sprit in the face of adversity, taking personal responsibility, an enthusiasm to pursue business opportunities and better develop self and team working in a respectful and co-operative manner Desire to embrace the use of technology and how to embed it to increase efficiency and maximise our client opportunity Ability to analyse client problems, integrate information and provision of clear and consistent communication Knowing we're right for you Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential. Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work. Beyond the job Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you're with outside of work matter, that's why we're happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we'll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance. The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you'll be giving back to society. It'