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Agora Talent Ltd
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London, Greater London
Indirect Tax Consultant
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Job Type: Full-time |
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Salary: £42,000 per annum |
Overview
Our client is looking for a confident and methodical individual to join their UK Tax Function team. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing UK retail businesses. The Tax Function currently consists of 6 tax specialists and you will be reporting to the Head Of Tax and Senior Financial Management. Half of the team concentrates on indirect taxes and the other half concentrate on direct taxes. You will be a fundamental part of the team and responsible for cross-examination of accounts, quarterly payments calculations, management of ad-hoc projects and much more. This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. What you’ll do: You will own the UK VAT planning and strategy including: monitoring legislative changes and taking ownership to communicate these, planning and effecting change in the organisation to obtain the best VAT position and cash flow result You will oversee and monitor the tax systems to ensure proper compliance with VAT laws and reporting Preparation of supporting working papers including assembly of data into tax returns and quarterly payment calculations Lead and direct VAT audits Interrogation of accounting systems and analysis of outputs from other departments Ad-hoc consulting and advisory projects Liaising with internal stakeholders, information providers, external advisers, and revenue authorities Support VAT tax compliance and implement process improvements What you’ll need: ACA/ACCA/CA; or Tax Inspectors with full Technical Training course; or tax equivalent Basic understanding of accounting principles such as journal adjustments and GL reconciliations Highly experienced tax practitioner with reviewing skills and expertise in a functional area Business development skills, able to identify and convert opportunities to sell work Software skills (excel; word; PowerPoint) Efficient ability to interrogate accounting systems (e.g. SAP) Extensive experience working in the industry Excellent interpersonal and confident communication skills Negotiation skills, able to sustain opinion and handle challenges Commitment to lifelong learning and personal development Ability to work independently, managing conflicting priorities with ease and efficiency An excellent communicator and multi-tasker with exceptional organisational abilities German-speaking ideal but not essential Benefits: Competitive salary Excellent training Additional, non-contractual 10% London weighting Generous holiday allowance Pension scheme Store discount Extra discounts on days out, cinema tickets and much more