Indirect Tax Assistant Manager (12 months FTC)
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Be among the first to apply and join a vibrant team at Superdrug. Our Head Office, based near East Croydon station, offers a fantastic environment filled with many professionals. We’re a team that puts customers and our people at the heart of everything we do. At Superdrug, we aim to be the best in accessible health & beauty, loved by our customers for value, choice, friendly advice, service and fun. Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about personality, we have fun, and we work hard to deliver That Superdrug feeling.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Indirect Tax Assistant Manager to join our finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and overseeing indirect tax compliance, ensuring adherence to tax regulations, and providing tax advice. The role involves working closely with other departments, such as finance, legal, and operations and driving continuous improvement across all areas.
Responsibilities
Tax Compliance: Ensure timely and accurate preparation, filing and payment of GB, IE, JE indirect tax returns (e.g. VAT, GST, PPT)
Preparation of monthly balance sheet accounts
Manage the product file and review VAT treatment of new products
Prepare the quarterly Partial Exemption calculation
Maintenance of the Bespoke VAT Retail Scheme (BRSA)
Maintain Risk and Control matrices and SOP documents
Manage trade compliance requirements; including but not limited to managing the Ireland TAN account, deferment account and reconciliation of CDS reports
Preparing data and information to respond to adhoc requests, ensuring all documentation and responses are accurate and timely
Monitor and interpret changes in VAT legislation
Provide expert advice, and training when required, on indirect tax matters, including the impact of new tax legislation, policy changes, and changes in tax rates
Provide VAT advice to the business on a range of areas, including property and healthcare transactions
Prepare and present indirect tax matters to senior management
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A professional tax qualification (e.g., ATT, CTA, ACA, ACCA) is preferred.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in indirect tax, preferably within a multinational corporation or a public accounting firm.
Retail experience preferred but not required
Skills
Strong knowledge of indirect tax laws and regulations
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply a risk based approach
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including strong Excel skills (formulas and pivot tables)
Experience using Oracle Financials preferred
Personal Attributes
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
Proactive and able to work independently
Strong team player with a collaborative approach
Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
33 days holiday rising to 38 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays)
2 staff discount codes for yourself and a family member or friend
30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand Products both in store and online
Hybrid working patterns available depending on role responsibilities with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our office near East Croydon Station
Company pension matching and bonus
Wagestream – access to a portion of pay as you earn it
Part of a group working with Savers, The Perfume Shop and Three UK
Part of AS Watson Group, the world\'s largest international health and beauty retailer
Learning and Development programmes
Enhanced maternity/shared parental/adoption leave, sick pay and pregnancy support
Hours: 37.5 hours, 9.00am – 5.30pm. Hybrid working available (2 days from home, 3 days in office near East Croydon Station).
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing
Industries
Retail
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- Location:
- London
- Job Type:
- FullTime