Tax Assistant

Bringing together two trusted housebuilding brands, Tilia Homes and Hopkins Homes, untypical aims to make a positive difference to the UK housebuilding market and help to provide greater access to homes which are affordable for buyers.  

Guided by an innovative approach and a commitment to excellence, untypical focuses on creating sustainable, inclusive communities, delivering homes across the UK that people want to live in and are good for the planet.  

Our people are at the heart of what we do and in order for us to succeed in becoming the UK’s most customer-centric housebuilder, we are looking for talented and ambitious individuals to join our team. 

We've a new opportunity for a Tax Assistant. The post is part of a Finance Team that supports all our regions Nationwide. We'd welcome applications from subcontract ledger clerks looking for the next step in their career or those with construction industry experience.

Aim of the role 

The Tax Assistant supports the Tax manager within the Group Finance function by ensuring accurate and timely tax compliance, reporting, and analysis across the business. This role plays a key part in ensuring tax compliance and supporting audits.

VAT

• Prepare accurate VAT returns for all registered entities within statutory deadlines.
• Review invoices to ensure correct VAT treatment.
• Maintain and organise land-related documentation for VAT purposes.
• Complete VAT reclaims for mileage payments in accordance with VAT reclaim rules.

  Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)

• Review payment runs and manual payments for CIS compliance.
• Prepare CIS returns in accordance with statutory deadlines.
• Support internal stakeholders with CIS queries.

  Tax Reconciliations

• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for tax-related accounts.
• Conduct sampling of expense claims to ensure compliance with internal policies.

  PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA)

• Assist with preparations for annual PSA assessments and submissions.
• Liaise with HR and payroll teams to gather necessary data for PSA reporting.

• Knowledge of tax and CIS
• Experience of COINS would be advantageous but not essential as full training can be given
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good problem solving skills with the ability to investigate and resolve queries