This company is a renowned and high-profile retail brand with a prestigious history and a global reputation for excellence. Known for its premium offerings and commitment to quality, the company has established itself as a leader in the consumer goods sector. With a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth, this organisation offers an exceptional environment for ambitious professionals to thrive. Based in the heart of London, the company combines tradition with modernity, making it a unique and exciting place to work.
The position of VAT Manager offers a broad, hands-on opportunity to lead UK and international tax affairs for this iconic brand. The successful candidate will take ownership of tax compliance and reporting, including VAT, GST, and sales tax, while managing the tax risk register and ensuring timely filings across the reporting calendar. This role provides a unique combination of strong indirect tax exposure and corporate tax support, including areas such as capital and R&D allowances. The VAT Manager will work closely with external advisors on risk and technical matters, provide internal guidance and training to stakeholders, and drive process improvements through the adoption of advanced technologies such as ERP systems and tax automation tools (e.g., Avalara and Vertex). This position offers a fantastic opportunity for career progression, international exposure, and visibility within a premium retail organisation.
Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: 70 000 – 75 000 + Bonus
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead UK and international tax compliance and reporting, including VAT, GST, and sales tax.
- Manage the tax risk register and oversee the reporting calendar to ensure timely filings.
- Provide corporate tax support, including capital and R&D allowances.
- Collaborate with external advisors to address risk and technical tax matters.
- Offer internal guidance and training to stakeholders on tax-related matters.
- Drive process improvements and implement tax technologies such as ERP systems and automation tools.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with HMRC and other relevant bodies.
Required Skills and Experience:
- 5–7 years of experience in a tax-focused role, with strong VAT technical expertise.
- Professional qualification (e.g., CTA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
- Proven ability to manage tax risk and work effectively with HMRC.
- Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
- Experience in retail or international indirect tax is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
This VAT Manager role is an outstanding opportunity for a highly skilled professional to step into a leadership position within a globally recognised brand. With ownership of key tax functions, exposure to international operations, and the chance to drive impactful improvements, this position is perfect for candidates looking to make a meaningful contribution in a dynamic and prestigious organisation.
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