Tax Assistant

Stockport, England, United Kingdom

8/8/2025

Join OCU Group – Tax Assistant

Location: Stockport (office-based – stunning modern offices, great transport links)

Salary: Competitive + benefits + Progression

Be part of a business that’s shaping the future of the UK’s infrastructure.

OCU Group is one of the UK’s fastest-growing and most respected names in end-to-end infrastructure engineering. We work with some of the biggest names in power, energy transition, water, telecoms, and digital – delivering complex, large-scale projects that change the way communities live, work, and connect.

We’re now looking for a skilled Tax Accountant / Tax Specialist to join our thriving Stockport-based finance function. You’ll be stepping into a varied role that offers exposure to corporate tax, VAT, tax risk management, and exciting project work – all within a supportive and high-performing team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist in the preparation of tax computations and liaise with external tax advisors.
• Maintain precise tax payment records, calculations, and documentation.
• Assist with VAT returns and ensure HMRC compliance.
• Support responses to HMRC queries and audits.
• Contribute to internal tax risk assessments and process improvements.
• Keep up to date with changing tax legislation, especially within construction.
• Work closely with the Group Tax Manager on ad hoc projects.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• ATT, ACA, ACCA PQ or QBE
• Previous exposure to corporate tax compliance and reporting.
• Detail-driven, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style.
  
  

Why OCU Group?

• Rapid growth – we’re expanding fast, opening doors for progression and development.
• Modern workspace – Stockport HQ with state-of-the-art facilities and great transport links.
• High-impact projects – work at the forefront of utilities and energy transition.
• Supportive culture – be part of a team where your ideas are valued, and your career is taken seriously.
  
  

If you want to be part of a business that’s not just part of the market – but leading it, apply today and take your career to the next level.