Tax Accountant

Dale Farm Cooperative is a UK dairy farmer co-operative owned by over 1200 dairy farmers who supply us with fresh milk. Dale Farm has operations throughout the UK and Ireland producing and distributing a wide range of dairy products which it sells across the UK and Ireland as well as exporting to over 45 countries worldwide. At Dale Farm virtually every career discipline is represented in our workforce, from production, engineering and distribution, to sales & marketing and food technology/quality assurance, to Finance, HR and IT through to general management. Our standards are high and when we recruit we are looking for those with energy and drive, who are keen for responsibility and motivated to succeed with a record of achievement and with the potential to develop as the company grows. Culture Our culture is based on setting best in class standards, working to-wards and delivering on committed objectives, striving for constant improvement and involving everyone in the company. We strive to develop our people and harness everyone's contribution to deliver a winning team. The company is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to a safe, inclusive and relationship based workspace. In return, we offer a high degree of responsibility, plenty of challenge, good opportunities for learning and personal development and rewarding benefit packages, all within a fast moving and results oriented environment. Tax Accountant Dale Farm is the largest UK farmer-owned cooperative, owned by 1,300 UK farmers. We supply a wide range of dairy products, including cheese, butter, dairy spreads, fresh milk and ice cream to consumers and as food ingredients into the UK, Irish and international markets. Core to our success is our people, and we now have a new and exciting opportunity within our finance team for permanent Tax Accountant to join the Finance team, based at our Head Office in Belfast. The Role Reporting to the Director of Group Finance, you will lead on matters relating to the group’s tax environment, including reporting and compliance requirements. You will work collaboratively across the business to deliver high‑quality tax and financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders. As a key member of the finance team, you will play an important role in a critical area for the business, contributing to exceptional outcomes while adding value. The successful candidate will bring experience in managing a range of group tax activities, supported by strong technical expertise in taxation and accounting. What you’ll be doing: Lead on all aspects of group tax activities, including corporation tax, VAT, PAYE, and customs. Report to internal and external stakeholders in this regard. Play a central role in intergroup accounting, including M&A activity, cross border transactions, and transfer pricing documentation. Support financial reporting, including statutory accounts and compliance submissions. Contribute to internal reporting cycles, including balance sheet reconciliations and other financial analysis as required. Work collaboratively across the finance team to ensure best practice and strong control environments in relation to tax and financial reporting. Provide commercial and operational business partnering and support as required. Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting processes. Drive continuous improvementacross systems, processes and controls, which supports the group’s Digital Transformation project. Carry out other appropriate duties, as required. What we are looking for: Qualified accountant with any of the internationally recognised professional accounting bodies (ICAI, ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA etc). Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role. Experience in Agri/FMCG is desirable but not a necessity. Strong knowledge of taxation and statutory reporting (corporation tax, PAYE, VAT, customs etc.) To include knowledge of key reliefs and allowances. Experience with cross border trading and associated tax implications. Experience of compliance type workstreams, including reporting to HMRC and others. Experience of group reorganisations and corporate simplifications. Advanced financial modelling and data analysis skills; with excellent Excel capability. Experience of Microsoft Dynamics Business Central (desirable) Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to present information and issues in a clear and concise manner. Collaborative approach with finance and non-finance teams. Ambitious, proactive and able to work under pressure to support decision making and problem solving. Right to Work in the UK (Sponsorship is not available) Why Dale Farm? We have a lot to offer our employees, including: This role offers hybrid working based on the company’s current hybrid working arrangement. Salary depending on experience Learning and development opportunities to support your career 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays contributary company pension Life Assurance Supportive work environment and culture, which is based on our core values: Teamwork | Positivity | Resolve | Ambition | Curiosity | Accountability You can find out more about life at Dale Farm on our LinkedIn and Facebook Career pages, and on our company website. The closing date for applications is Monday 15th June 2026 at 5pm Only applications with a valid permit to work in the UK, and those within reasonable commuting distance to Belfast will be accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dale Farm