Commodities Indirect Tax Analyst in City of London

A leading global investment firm is seeking a Commodities Indirect Tax Analyst to join their London office, offering you the chance to play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance and optimising tax processes across multiple jurisdictions. This position provides an exceptional opportunity to work closely with internal teams and external advisors, supporting commodities trading activities and contributing to the development of robust systems for indirect tax reporting. You will be part of a knowledgeable and supportive team that values your expertise, encourages your professional growth, and offers flexible working opportunities to help you balance your career ambitions with personal commitments. If you are detail-oriented, process improvement focused, and eager to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative environment, this role will allow you to thrive while expanding your technical skills and industry knowledge.

What you’ll do

• Support the end-to-end preparation of necessary returns such as VAT, GST, sales tax, EU sales lists, and other indirect tax filings prepared by third-party providers to ensure full compliance with reporting and collection obligations in all relevant jurisdictions.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations related to indirect taxes and resolve discrepancies by liaising with internal stakeholders and external advisors as needed.
• Drive improvements in current systems used for indirect tax reporting to reduce time spent on return preparation, strengthen controls, and ensure readiness for future regulatory developments including e-invoicing and real-time digital reporting.
• Collaborate with the Corporate IT Applications Team to design and implement systems that support group-wide reporting requirements connected to commodities trading, new financial instruments, or entry into new geographical markets.
• Engage with local advisors to provide expert tax advice on matters affecting the business’s operations across various jurisdictions.
• Deliver advisory services to front office colleagues who trade commodities and other assets so they understand the commercial impact and compliance requirements of all taxes throughout the supply chain.
• Ensure contracts adequately address indirect taxes such as customs duties, import VAT, VAT/GST, sales taxes, and withholding taxes to minimise risk exposure for the firm.
• Monitor changes in international tax regulations affecting commodities trading activities and proactively communicate implications to relevant teams.
• Contribute to cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing overall tax compliance processes within the organisation.
• Participate in regular reviews of internal controls related to indirect tax processes and recommend enhancements where necessary.

What you bring

• At least three years of relevant experience in a Professional Services firm with hands-on exposure as part of an in-house tax team focused on indirect taxes.
• Knowledge of Workday or experience within commodities environments is preferred but not essential; willingness to learn new systems is highly valued.
• Recognised qualification such as ACA, CTA or equivalent supporting technical proficiency in indirect taxation.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong technical skills using MS Excel for data analysis, reconciliation tasks, and process documentation.
• Proven track record of driving process improvements within indirect tax functions.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines, especially during busy reporting periods.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with IT, front office teams, and external advisers.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities to explain complex tax concepts clearly to non-specialist audiences.
• Commitment to continuous professional development through training or self-directed learning.
• A positive attitude towards teamwork in an inclusive environment where knowledge sharing is encouraged.

What sets this company apart

This organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive culture with flexible working opportunities, strong training programmes, and supportive leadership. The firm emphasises collaboration across departments and values employee development within a globally respected network.

What’s next

If you are ready for a rewarding challenge where your expertise can make an impact within a collaborative team, take the next step today!