Primary Details

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.

Were an international insurer with more than 13000 people working across 26 countries which means were big enough for your ambitions yet small enough for you to make a real impact. Its an exciting time. Were building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.

What if you could have a positive impact at work and in the world As part of the QBE team youll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate talented and kind.

The Opportunity

Were looking for a Senior Tax Accountant to manage tax accounting and reporting activities for QBEs 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

Youll 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

Youll 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 youll 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.

• Experience about using AI tools such as Co-pilot (desirable).

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 planets 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 5000.

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Awards & Recognition

We value our employees 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 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 Employee

You can view all our awards here

Apply now andletsmake it happen!

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.