Senior Tax Accountant

Qbe Insurance Group; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant based in Leeds. In this hybrid role, you'll oversee tax accounting and reporting for European Operations, ensuring corporate tax compliance. The ideal candidate will be ATT or CTA qualified and have experience in corporate tax matters, particularly within the UK. Benefits include flexible working options and comprehensive health coverage. Apply today to join a dynamic team dedicated to making a real impact.

Benefits

30 days holiday a year

Flexible working opportunities

Pension plan with 10% employer contributions

Private medical insurance

26 weeks leave at full pay for parents

Short term remote work abroad

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Qualifications

• ATT or CTA qualification required.
• Experience with UK corporate tax legislation necessary.
• Big 4 or in-house corporate tax experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax accounting and reporting activities.
• Advise on tax implications for business planning.
• Liaise with tax authorities for compliance.

Skills

Business Management

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Critical Thinking

Decision Making

Detail-Oriented

Financial Advising

Intentional collaboration

Managing performance

Process Refinement

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Tax Accounting

Tax Compliance

Time Management

Education

ATT or CTA qualified

Qualified Accountant (ACCA or equivalent)

Tools

Excel

Alphatax

Hyperion

Fusion

Job description

# # **Primary Details**Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: Employee**Senior Tax Accountant****Leeds (1-2 days in office)****Permanent (Hybrid)****About QBE**At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.We’re an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It’s an exciting time. We’re building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.**The Opportunity**We’re looking for a Senior Tax Accountant to manage tax accounting and reporting activities for QBE’s European Operations, ensuring accuracy and consistency of underlying data and corporate tax compliance. This role will focus solely on Corporate Tax and support all direct tax affairs across the UK and Europe.If you are currently in a similar role, ATT or CTA qualified, this could be the perfect next step.**Your New Role**You’ll report to the Tax Compliance Lead and work closely with internal and external stakeholders.Main responsibilities:* Advise internal stakeholders on tax implications to inform business planning and decision-making.* Align service delivery with the Finance business plan and contribute to team strategy.* Liaise with tax authorities to manage disputes, tax recovery and audit resolution.* Monitor tax legislation and communicate implications to ensure compliance.* Refine processes and systems to improve efficiency of tax accounting activities.* Provide high-level advice and guidance on taxation matters to support decision-making.* Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including tax authorities and auditors.* Undertake UK corporation tax compliance and quarterly reporting for relevant entities.* Assist with ad hoc indirect and employment tax issues and projects.* Coach and mentor less experienced team members to support development.**About You**You’ll bring exceptional numeracy and a sharp eye for detail, with the ability to juggle priorities and meet deadlines. Your communication skills, collaborative approach, and curiosity to learn will make you a valued partner across the business.Other skills you’ll need:* ATT or CTA qualified.* Qualified Accountant (preferably ACCA or equivalent).* Big 4 or in-house corporate tax experience.* Great knowledge of UK corporate tax legislation and best practice.* Excellent Excel skills; familiarity with Alphatax, Hyperion, Fusion desirable.* Understanding of international tax issues is an advantage.**Benefits**We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:**30 days holiday a year** with the option to buy up to 2 additional days.**Flexible working** -balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours.**Pension –** you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.**Private medical insurance** – we fund fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and all the family.**Family friendly policies** – we offer 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation or how you become a parent.**Short term remote work abroad** -you can request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad.**Sustainable investing** - we believe sustainable integration is important for long term financial, environmental, and social outcomes. Our pension strategy supports our net-zero goal to achieve year-on-year reductions in carbon footprint, by investing more in green businesses than the broader market, so your savings are looking after the planet's future, as well as your own. **Cycle-to-Work** – benefit from regular exercise whilst making your commute greener and cheaper, select and bike and/or accessories up to the value of £5,000.To find out more visit our**#ISJ****#LI-Hybrid****Awards & Recognition**We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:**Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award 2025** at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our Respect@QBE program**Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025:**Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year, Winner: Reinsurer of the Year - QBE Re, Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year, Winner: Insurance Personality of the Year - Chris Wallace, Executive Director UK insurance**AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner:** Network Management of the Year**Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024:** QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer**UK IT Industry Awards 2023 Winner:** Green Technology Innovation of the Year**Working Dads Employer Awards 2023 Winner:** Parental Policies Award**Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023:** QBE rated as a 5-Star EmployeeYou can view all our awards**Apply now and let’s make it happen!**If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Your career. At the heart of it.**Skills:**Business Management, Communication, Conflict Resolution, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Financial Advising, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Process Refinement, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Tax Accounting, Tax Compliance, Time ManagementHow to Apply:To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.Equal Employment Opportunity:QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.