About Sage Homes
Sage Homes is an innovative Blackstone and Regis business addressing the housing crisis in England by making good homes affordable for people across the country who need them.
Since 2017 we have delivered around 17,000 new homes across affordable rent, shared ownership and social rent for individuals and families. In 2021 Sage Homes became the largest provider of new affordable housing in England and we continue to deliver high quality affordable homes across the country.
We have invested more than £3 billion into high-quality affordable housing. Our entrepreneurial spirit combined with our technical expertise has got us to where we are today and will enable future sustainable growth.
About the role:
Reporting to the Head of Tax, you will be primarily responsible for all aspects of the management of UK tax reporting and compliance, supported by the Tax Assistants. You will deliver a variety of tax returns in a timely and accurate manner across key taxes including VAT, SDLT, CIS and Corporation Tax.
You will support the Head of Tax in adhoc projects and support on any additional work required to meet business needs, this will include bringing innovative ideas to transform existing processes with a view to continuous improvement.
This role will be based in our London office (Convent Garden) 2/3 days per week with the option to work remotely for the remainder if required.
Key Duties include:
Analysis and co-ordination of data for tax purposes (mainly VAT, SDLT, CIS and CT)
Managing and mentoring two tax assistants
Review and preparation of quarterly UK VAT returns
Manage quarterly CT61 submissions
Review of SDLT calculations and returns
Tax accounting – tax provisions and reconciliation of tax accounts
Review and oversee preparation of CIS return
Review and oversee preparation PSA returns
Project work and technical research as necessary
Tax process improvement
Implement/maintain SAO regime
About you
Broad subject matter knowledge with focus on VAT, SDLT, CIS and CT tax gained from working in a similar tax role (in house or practice)
Experience in VAT, SDLT, CIS and CT are essential
Strong communication skills to engage and manage internal/external stakeholders
Organised with ability to multitask and prioritise workload
Strong analytical skills
Strong attention to detail and pride and commitment to the completion of timely and accurate work
Essential experience of working within a fast paced/dynamic industry to meet key objectives in a timely manner
Extensive tax accounting experience
Fully qualified tax or accounting professional preferred with substantial relevant experience.
We are committed to ensuring you have the best career here at Sage. As well as regular support and guidance from your manager you can expect to receive a variety of learning and development opportunities to support you as you grow within our business. This includes internally and externally delivered development programmes and opportunities to study for professional accreditations and qualifications.
About the culture
We truly care about the outcomes we deliver; creating safe and environmentally friendly places for people to flourish. And we're curious, passionate and inventive in the way we create social change.
Sage is a fast-paced and supportive environment where ambitious and proactive employees thrive. People are empowered to use their pioneering efforts to grow themselves and our business.
We are proudly committed to creating an inclusive workplace, where the diversity of our people and their ideas are truly valued and we love to see applicants from diverse backgrounds and different walks of life.
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