As a Group Indirect Tax Manager / Head of Indirect Tax, you'll oversee VAT compliance and advisory services to ensure the business stays on top of its obligations. Your work will help streamline tax processes and support strategic decision-making across the organisation
Client Details
A prestigious global organisation based in Wiltshire
Description
· Leading the indirect tax reporting across the business, ensuring reporting and payment deadlines are met. This includes reviewing all indirect tax returns prior to submission to the relevant tax authorities.
· Provide commercial VAT advice and support to Finance, Legal and internal business teams, including support on e-invoicing/e-reporting requirements, improvements to VAT reporting, providing input on new business initiatives, projects and business transactions as required and provide indirect tax training to internal teams.
· Managing the indirect tax team, specifically the tax accountants responsible for in-country compliance obligations.
· Managing the year-end indirect tax audit process for the UK and Europe.
· Supporting wider finance transformation activity by ensuring indirect tax requirements are appropriately considered and implemented into new processes and systems to maintain compliance and improve efficiency.
· Monitor the indirect tax risks and mitigate by implementing tax-related controls which operate effectively.
· Managing third-party tax audits and queries from tax authorities.
· Keep up to date with legislative changes and case-law, communicating any changes or opportunities with other internal teams. Liaising with external advisors to support effective compliance across jurisdictions and identify relevant indirect tax opportunities.
· Engaging with internal supply chain teams to ensure indirect tax is considered in new supply chain initiatives.
· Supporting wider tax governance processes, including completing the IR35 assessments for contractor arrangements, in conjunction with internal stakeholders and external advisors as required.
· Provide strategic advice on customs duties, import VAT, Customs valuation, commodity classification, origin and free trade agreements, and import/export controls to ensure compliance across UK and international supply chains.
· Manage the environmental tax obligations for the business.
Profile
A successful Group Indirect Tax Senior Manager should have:
- Strong knowledge of VAT legislation and its application within EMEA or Global businesses
- Proven experience in managing VAT compliance and advisory work.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate complex tax matters clearly to non-specialists.
- Confidence in dealing with tax authorities and external advisors.
- Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Job Offer
- Salary dependent on the level of experience, ranging from £85,000 to £100,000.
- £5,000 car allowance.
- 15% performance bonus.
- Permanent position based in Wiltshire
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Head of Indirect Tax employer: Page Group Careers
As a leading technology business in North East London, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that encourages innovation and collaboration. Our employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities, competitive compensation packages, and a supportive environment that values work-life balance. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team where your contributions directly impact our growth and success.
