Finance & Tax Accountant

Exciting Career Opportunity at Citizen!

Are you a driven professional seeking to make an impact in Finance and Tax?

With over fifty years of experience, we have grown to become one of the UK’s leading social housing providers. Citizen owns and manages 30,000 homes for diverse communities across the West Midlands, from urban tower blocks to rural villages and towns. Find out more about the work we do here: Citizen

Position: Finance and Tax Accountant

Salary: £46,877

Location: Birmingham (B37 7YN)

Manager’s Quote:

At Citizen, we work collaboratively, share knowledge and help colleagues turn complex tax issues into clear, practical decisions. You'll work with colleagues across finance, housing and development, bringing your expertise to varied projects that support our social purpose. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership, improve processes and shape how we manage tax across the group. If you enjoy solving problems, building relationships and developing your expertise while making a meaningful contribution, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert tax advice across a diverse range of activities, including housing operations, development projects, regeneration schemes, treasury activities and corporate transactions.
• Prepare and support corporation tax and VAT compliance activities, ensuring obligations are met accurately and on time.
• Partner with colleagues across Finance, Development, Asset Management, Procurement, Payroll and Treasury to support decision-making and manage tax risk
• Maintain effective tax controls, policies and governance processes while supporting audits, external advisers and HMRC enquiries.
• Contribute to finance transformation, systems improvement and business change projects, helping to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of tax processes across the group

Please refer to the job description for a full list of responsibilities

Qualifications and experience:

• Professionally qualified or working towards ACA, ACCA, CTA, ATT or equivalent qualification or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge of UK taxation, particularly VAT and Corporation Tax
• Experience preparing or reviewing tax returns, calculations, reconciliations and associated accounting entries
• Experience communicating complex technical issues clearly to non-tax stakeholders
• Experience analysing financial information, investigating variances, assessing the VAT treatment of transactions, maintaining robust supporting documentation to meet HMRC, Making Tax Digital, and audit requirements

What We Offer:

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and innovation.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who support and inspire each other.

Benefits:

• Annual Leave: Annual leave starts at 26 days per year plus bank holidays
• Annual leave purchase scheme – option to buy up to an additional 5 days per year
• Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity and adoption)
• Organisational sick pay
• Generous Pension Scheme – The option to contribute 4%, 6% or up to 10% which Citizen will match
• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive compensation package.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and generous leave policies.
• Employee Development: Access to training programs and career development resources.

Find out more here: Citizen | Benefits

Company Culture: 

We will be an employer of choice and invest in our people

Our team is passionate about making a positive impact and driving innovation in Finance.

 We will work together as one team and embrace our Citizen values.

Stay Connected: Follow us on Profile / X, Citizen | Facebook and Instagram - Citizen to stay updated on our latest news and opportunities.

Further information on our selection process and Equality and Diversity commitment can be found at www.citizenhousing.org.uk

Closing date: 19th November 2026

Interview Process:

• 30th November 2026 - screening call via Teams
• 9th December 2026 - face to face interview

Please note we will be reviewing applications throughout the campaign and may invite candidates to interview at any time.  We reserve the right to close this role earlier than the published closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.