Assistant Indirect Tax Manager

Location: Derby or Nottingham

Contract: Full-time (37.5 Hours)

Salary: Dependant on experience

Are you an experienced Indirect Tax professional seeking a new challenge?

We have an exciting opportunity for someone eager to make their mark within a top 12 firm in the UK. This role is based in the Midlands entity of PKF, and whilst you will mostly be working with UK-based businesses, there will also be opportunities for international exposure due to the jurisdictions our clients operate in and in respect of our work with other PKF member firms.

This position will be crucial in our firm’s ambitious growth plans to double in size over the next five years. If you want to be part of a firm where you can have a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

This is an exciting role for somebody to come in and gain varied exposure across Indirect taxes. Our company specialises in owner-managed, SME and large corporates. This role will have you covering a variety of different tasks, as well as supporting junior members of staff.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role, preferably with advisory expertise.

The important work you will be doing:

• Assisting in the preparation of complex VAT returns and computations for UK and International VAT registrations


• Preparing other HMRC forms for senior review, including VAT registration applications, and options to tax on land and property


• Liaising with HMRC and other professionals regarding client affairs


• Ensuring that professional ethical procedures are adhered to


• Working with specialists from all areas of tax and the wider PKF Smith Cooper team


• Liaising with clients on day-to-day indirect tax matters


• Working on a wide variety of clients and projects across all industry sectors

The skills and experience you will bring:

• Minimum 3 years experience in an indirect tax advisory position


• A basic level of IT competency using Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook


• A can-do attitude and willingness to learn


• A high level of initiative


• Confident communication skills with excellent written and oral English


• An ability to multi-task


• A positive attitude and drive to deliver the best service possible


• The confidence to ask for support when required

Why PKF Smith Cooper?

• Our company culture, built on our values – Engage, Empower and Excel – encourages initiative, personal growth, and collaboration. Every team member is appreciated and celebrated; a notion embodied in our Kudos Reward Scheme.


• The firm’s Partners, who remain actively invested in the development of employees, will both support and champion your professional development and progression.


• We work with ambitious businesses of different sizes across a variety of sectors, so no two jobs are the same.


• We are multi-award-winning accountants and business advisors, ranked the 12th biggest firm by UK fee income in the Accountancy Age Top 50+50.

Why the East Midlands?

Known for its history of industrial innovation, the East Midlands is now a hub of culture, entertainment and sport. Our Derby and Nottingham teams enjoy the best of both city and rural life, with the Peak District right around the corner from the buzz of the cities. Well connected by bus, tram and train, you are never far away from something to experience in the East Midlands and beyond.

PKF International

As an active member of PKF International, we are part of a large global network of legally independent accounting firms.

Located in the 5 fastest growing global markets, we have ground presence in 150 countries and span across many jurisdictions.

An ambitious, future-focused network, PKF provides a comprehensive range of services. Operating in unison with member firms across the world, we are able to share our ideas, expertise, and specialist resources to better serve our clients, delivering highly-personalised services and global connectivity through our client-centric culture. 

What's in it for you?

Our benefits package has been designed around our people and shaped by our values. As part of Team PKF Smith Cooper, here are some of the things you can expect:

• A working environment that empowers you to perform at your best, through our flexible working policy and dress for your diary scheme - Hybrid working during your probation period is subject to manager discretion 


• Time to do what matters to you – 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, the option to reduce annual hours for additional annual leave, and your birthday off, on us. Long-serving employees can also request a sabbatical, giving you the chance to make truly unforgettable memories


• Rewards for those who actively embrace and embody our values and culture through our Kudos Reward Scheme


• Regular social events and annual, company-wide away days, giving you the opportunity to engage with colleagues across your division and office, as well as the wider firm


• Bonus referral schemes for introducing new talent or clients so that when we benefit, you do too


• Life doesn’t stop at the end of the working day and neither do our benefits. We also offer life assurance, discounts on a huge variety of retailers through the PKF Smith Cooper Rewards Scheme, and cashback on healthcare (including dental visits, physiotherapy etc) through Healthshield

How to apply?

Apply now if you believe you have what we are looking for! Even if you do not tick 100% of the boxes, we would encourage you to apply. To do so, please upload a copy of your CV and a covering letter to our job portal. 

Should you have any questions, please contact a member of the People team - email [email protected] or call 01332 332021. 

Please note that whilst we welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply for our vacancies, we are unfortunately unable to accept applications from candidates requiring a visa to work in the UK.

Please no agencies unless we have contacted you directly.