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Tax Analyst

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Job Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Tax Analyst to join our central finance team in our fantastic office in Salford Quays. You will be responsible for executing the timely and accurate production (and submission) of a range of tax returns, including: UK and ROI VAT; Intrastat and EC sales lists; CIS and RCT. You will also be responsible for managing VAT and associated indirect tax queries from across the business and other operational functions, as well supporting the VAT Accountant and Head of Indirect Tax with on-going projects and ad-hoc queries.

 

Role Responsibility

  • Preparation of UK VAT, ROI VAT, Intrastat, EC sales, CIS, RCT and annual 46G returns
  • Ensure timely payment and submission of all returns.
  • Work with 3rd parties to increase automation of the compliance process and returns.
  • Preparation of other returns / reporting requirements, e.g. Carrier bag levy, Alcohol Wholesaler scheme
  • Liaison with other departments, such as AP, to resolve errors / queries in relation to the returns above.
  • Independent analysis and research into VAT queries raised by the business, for review and discussion with the VAT Accountant / Head of ITX.
  • Provide advisory support to the VAT Accountant and Head of Indirect Tax in relation to on-going queries / ad-hoc projects.
  • Maintaining up to date indirect tax process notes.
  • Working with the VAT Accountant and Head of Indirect Tax to update annual VAT SAO documentation and testing programme.
  • Undertaking and managing SAP user acceptance testing (bi-annual), and SAP UAT in relation to ad-hoc projects.
  • Responsible for liaising with Treasury to provide up to date tax payment forecasts.
  • Responsible for running and reconciling VAT balance sheet accounts, for discussion and review with the VAT Accountant.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Graduate calibre.
  • Wide-ranging experience and knowledge of VAT and other indirect taxes - preferably ATT / CTA qualified (or willingness to study to attain technical proficiency / qualification).
  • Experience of VAT in ROI (preferable)
  • Experience of CIS  / RCT (preferable)
  • Experience of customs duties (preferable)
  • Good knowledge of VAT accounting
  • Excellent working knowledge of SAP  / similar ERP accounting systems
  • VAT advisory experience gained in either an in-house or professional services role.
  • Ability to work under pressure, prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
  • Organised, methodical and pragmatic approach to problem solving.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a small high performing team.
  • Strong and professional interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Excellent MS Office skills – particularly MS Excel.

About the Company

In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo employs some 35,000 employees to deliver integrated facilities management services to clients at over 2,000 locations in the corporate, healthcare, education, leisure, defence and justice sectors. With an annual turnover of over £1bn, we provide everything from catering, cleaning and reception to security, laboratory and grounds maintenance services, enabling our clients to focus on their core business.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland.

 

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