Job Description
Tax Assistant
Location: Newforge Lane, Belfast
The entrance to Newforge Lane lies off the Malone Road and is well-served by bus Metro Service 8.
Contract Permanent: Full Time
Working Hours: 37 hours - Monday to Friday
Hybrid Working 3 days working from the office and 2 days working from home
About Us
Energia Group is a leading energy company in both RoI and NI, dedicated to decarbonising Ireland's energy system. Through three key unitsRenewables, Flexible Generation, and Customer Solutions (Energia in RoI, Power NI in NI)we offer advanced energy solutions. We're committed to driving Irelands renewable future and supporting local communities through initiatives like employee volunteering and community benefit funds.
Our talented employees are our greatest asset, and we invest in their growth through Learning and Development programmes. We foster a safe, inclusive work environment, champion diversity, and are seeking people with positive energy to make an impact in their roles through a meaningful career with us.
About the Role
You will join a collaborative Group Tax team responsible for managing tax compliance, reporting, and planning across a diverse and evolving energy business. The team works closely with finance and senior stakeholders to ensure robust tax processes, strong governance, and timely delivery of all obligations. As a Tax Assistant, you will play a key supporting role, gaining exposure to a wide range of tax areas while developing both your technical and commercial understanding. We actively support learning and development, including providing opportunities to work towards a relevant professional qualification where appropriate.
Responsibilities
Day-to-day, heres what your new role would look like:
Assist the tax team with:
oTax compliance for Corporation Tax, VAT, employee related taxes.
oTax accounting and journals.
oTax forecasting for payments and planning.
oOther tax compliance including energy taxes, BEPS.
oPreparation of documents and presentations for senior management oversight and sign-off.
A keen interest in the energy industry and finance.
Possess a relevant professional qualification or be supported to work towards one if desired.
About you
Key Criteria What Youll Need
A degree in a relevant discipline or relevant professional qualification (part qualified considered).
Demonstrable working knowledge of key financial concepts, processes, and controls e.g. financial statements, reconciliations, or experience supporting month-end processes or tax / VAT compliance, ideally gained through academic study, placements or relevant finance experience.
Strong attention to numerical detail and analytical acumen.
Desirable Criteria - These help decide between those who meet all the above key criteria:
High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Working knowledge of accounting / tax software.
Proven organisation and time management skills.
Desire to complete professional accounting or tax qualifications (if not already obtained).
If you are enthusiastic about this role but dont meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Your past experiences might be the perfect match for this or other positions, making you the unique talent were looking for.
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