Accountant & Tax Assistant

About Smartech Retail GroupDo you want to help shape the future of retail? Here’s a thought – how about doing that, while helping people get a sneak peek of what the world is creating at the same time. We are Smartech Retail Group – a destination for innovation at the world’s best department stores. We let people discover, try and play with the latest innovation, gaming, and e-mobility across our 12 experience-led concept stores globally. Because honestly, why should retail be boring? If you want to create immersive experiences and unforgettable memories, this is your chance! We are now, looking for you – our new Accountant & Tax Assistant who will play a key role as part of our HQ and finance team providing first-class customer experience.Are you ready to deliver change and reinvent the rules of retail? Are you looking for a new challenge that gives you the chance to get creative and use your knowledge of Finance to take Smartech to the next level? Looking for a company that wants to help further your career as well as provide you with an exciting, inspiring and fun place to work? Welcome to one of the most fun and rewarding jobs you will ever have.About The Role As Accountant & Tax AssistantAre you passionate about retail, collaborations and world leading innovation? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! The Finance & Legal Assistant will play a leading role in delivering the overall finance strategy, with key focus upon commercial agreements, recovery, stakeholder collaboration and management, finance planning, and driving annual revenue targets.As an Accountant & Tax Assistant, you will:Bookkeeping and AccountingAccounts Payable and Accounts Receivable ActivitiesTreasury ActivitiesEnsure that financial and accounting records controls are maintained which accurately reflect in, all the income and expenditure of the company in accordance with the company planLooking for cost-reduction opportunitiesDeveloping and monitoring cash flow statementsManaging and coordinating monthly reporting, budgeting and reforecast processesAnalysing targetsProducing accurate financial reports and informationProviding insights on the financial health of the organisationPreparing quarterly and annual tax complianceEnsuring that tax returns are filed in accordance with tax authorities, within the set deadlinesDeveloping relationships with external contacts such as tax authorities, auditors and solicitorsResearching tax laws, gathering information and explaining options for best practiceAssisting in any tax audits or inspectionsEnsures business processes, administration, and financial managementTaking ownership of (financial) administration, including creditor management, debtor management and invoicingProduce invoices in the Finance ERP - Xero system and monthly maintenance of accountsMaintains an accurate filing and record keeping system for all financial statements and company documentsParticipates in the execution of changes to procedures, policies, and systems to facilitate expansion, compliance, and scaling of the businessCredit application form fillingLeads planning and forecasting activities with business partners to achieve business and company goalsReviews financial reportsPrepares financial forecastsMonitors financial details to ensure legal complianceAnalyzes revenue, expenses, cash flows, and balance sheetsAssists management to make financial decisionsInvestigate means to improve profitability. We are searching for you... with a couple of years of experience in finance and tax management. You are a goal-oriented, self-motivated people-person with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who thrives in a dynamic environment – always ready to roll up your sleeves and get things done. With your ability to understand international business and finance, you build strong and long-lasting relationships and ensure delivery is both on time and on quality. Impeccably well-presented, positive, confident and a team player. If you want to grow your skills in a thriving company that knows that retail is not dying – as long as it's not boring – you are the changemaker we are looking for. Join us to create immersive experiences that amaze and amuse as we continue to shape tomorrow's future!THE IDEAL CANDIDATE3–5 years of solid experience in accounting, tax compliance, and general financial operations, preferably within a public practice or corporate finance environmentProficient in preparing and lodging BAS, IAS, payroll tax, and income tax returns across a range of entity types (individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships)Familiar with interpreting basic legal and regulatory tax requirements, and comfortable providing clear, timely, and practical advice to clients or internal teamsKnowledge of commercial documentation, such as invoices, contracts, and supplier agreements, and awareness of obligations relating to GST, fringe benefits tax (FBT), and superannuationUnderstanding of confidentiality obligations, NDAs, and data protection principles relevant to handling financial and client dataExperience with debtor management, aged receivables, and supporting issue resolution or payment negotiationsExcellent written and verbal communication skills – clear, client-focused, and professionalStrong commercial awareness and analytical mindset: highly competent in Excel with the ability to interpret and communicate financial data effectivelyProven ability to support business units by translating tax and financial insights into actionable operational decisionsResilient, organised, and proactive: able to manage competing priorities and deadlines while maintaining high attention to detail and accuracyResults-oriented and accountable, consistently meeting deadlines and KPIsA collaborative team player who supports and uplifts colleagues, with the confidence to take initiative and continuously improve processesSALARY RANGE: £28.000-£30.000START: ImmediatelyLOCATION: LondonJOB HOURS: Full timePowered by JazzHRp925kGY6p3