Tax Specialist (London Area)

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Tax Specialist to join our finance team in London. This role is ideal for someone with solid experience in corporate income tax (CIT) , value-added tax (VAT) , and exposure to environmental and minor taxes . You’ll be instrumental in ensuring full compliance with UK and international tax regulations, supporting tax filings, advising on tax implications of business activities, and contributing to tax strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Compliance & Reporting
• Prepare and review corporate income tax (CIT) filings in compliance with UK tax laws.
• Ensure timely and accurate VAT submissions , including analysis of transactions and reconciliations.
• Support tax accounting and reporting requirements for statutory audits and monthly/quarterly closings.
• Prepare and manage minor taxes (e.g., business rates, stamp duty, withholding tax) and environmental taxes (e.g., plastic packaging tax, climate levies).
• Advisory & Support
• Provide internal tax advice on new business initiatives, cross-border transactions , and operational changes .
• Collaborate with finance and commercial teams on tax planning opportunities .
• Support tax risk management by identifying potential exposures and proposing mitigation measures.
• Stakeholder Management
• Liaise with HMRC, external advisors , and internal stakeholders.
• Assist in managing tax audits and responding to tax authority queries.
• Process Improvement
• Drive automation and process enhancement for tax compliance workflows .
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK and international tax legislation and assess its business impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; tax-specific qualifications (e.g., CTA , ACA , or ACCA ) preferred.
• Relevant tax experience in a corporate or Big Four environment .
• Strong working knowledge of UK CIT, VAT, environmental taxes , and minor levies.
• Familiarity with tax software , ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.