UK Tax Analyst

Job Description

Like Brakes, Sysco International is part of the wider Sysco family and due to our journey through a significant period of transformation and growth we now have an exciting new opportunity for ‘UK Tax Analyst’ to join the International Financial Control team on a full time, permanent basis.

Reporting to the European Tax Manager, the UK Tax Analyst is responsible for supporting the European Tax Manager for all UK tax matters to ensure accurate and timely tax reporting whilst ensuring compliance with HMRC and SOX. You’ll also business partner the UK business on all tax issues whilst working cross functionally and preparing documentation, advising and supporting the UK team to ensure accurate tax reporting. This role will have the autonomy to guide the internal policies and procedures required to remain compliant in all areas of tax, responsible for ensuring adequate controls are maintained and improved. This role will implement mitigation measures to manage tax risk across the UK, monitor changes in UK tax legislation to identify risks and opportunities and present the impacts and solutions to the European Tax Manager.

This is a hybrid working opportunity, there will be a requirement to work at the Brakes office located in Ashford, Kent once per week for team collaboration, so the successful candidate must be in a commutable distance and be flexible with occasional travel.

Key Responsibilities and accountabilities:

• Manage the UK VAT group processes to ensure timely/accurate submission of the VAT return and provide VAT advice to the business where necessary including collection and review of VAT return data from UK subsidiaries, preparations of VAT return data, advise on VAT product liabilities and queries.
• Continuous review of VAT processes and controls for the UK Group to ensure risk reduction.
• Support the European Tax Manager on the UK annual tax compliance process by preparing and providing supporting documentation to external advisors to finalise the UK tax returns; review, challenge and answer queries where required.
• Prepare capital allowance analysis for any new site acquisitions or major improvements to current sites.
• Complete the UK annual corporate tax provision and statutory notes for the group audit and stat audit.
• Assist with the UK Deferred tax process and prepare any necessary supporting documents.
• Manage the preparation, completion and submission process for Annual PSA return, SAO Certificate, UK PPT returns & EU VAT Re-claim
• Prepare quarterly tax submissions for Sysco US (quarterly reconciliation of DT and CT / quarterly tax provision).
• Review reported tax balances monthly.
• Assist Sysco US tax team in collecting annual related party information from UK subsidiaries.

To be successful:

You’ll be newly qualified in CTA or ACA and have excellent VAT and Corporation Tax knowledge. This is a great new role for someone who is newly qualified looking to join a global organisation on a journey of transformation and modernisation. As well as your strong understanding of Tax and VAT knowledge, you’ll also possess a high level of attention to detail including accuracy and thoroughness to avoid errors in financial information. Ideally, experience managing multiple projects in a fast-moving environment and hold exceptional planning, organisation and prioritisation skills. You can expect to be partnering with Stakeholders across GB and EU so confidence building relationships and strong communication skills are essential for this role.

What’s in it for you:

• A competitive salary + annual car/travel allowance
• Early Access to Your Earnings: Use our dedicated Wage Stream app to access your earned salary whenever you need it, helping you manage your finances with ease and confidence.
• Flexible Time Off: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & Hybrid working contract
• Comprehensive Wellbeing & Health Support: Benefit from our Employee Assistance Programme, offering confidential mental health support, 24/7 GP appointments, physiotherapy, flu vaccinations, eye tests and a wide range of health services for you and your family.
• Competitive Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our robust pension plan designed to help you plan long term.
• Life Assurance: Peace of mind with life assurance coverage designed to protect you and your loved ones.
• Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy access to Sysco Perks, where you’ll find discounts on everything from gym memberships to your weekly grocery shop.
• Special Sysco Product Discounts: Get the chance to purchase our food products at significantly reduced prices.
• Free Mortgage Advice: Navigate the property market with confidence thanks to complimentary expert mortgage guidance.
• Enhanced Family-Friendly Leave: Our policies support you through important life moments, offering greater flexibility and care for you and your family.