European Tax Analyst (6-Month Contract)

Lotus Cars; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lotus is seeking a Tax Compliance & Reporting professional for a six-month fixed-term contract at our Coventry office. You will support tax filings across European entities, analyse tax data, and assist with audits while collaborating with Finance teams and external advisors.

The role emphasizes accuracy, timely reporting, and process improvements within SAP and ERP systems, with a focus on VAT and CIT principles.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or a related discipline.
• Good understanding of VAT, Corporate Income Tax and tax accounting principles.
• Experience preparing balance sheet and General Ledger reconciliations.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication skills, with fluency in English.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues across different teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tax filings across European entities (CIT, VAT, WHT).
• Collaborate with local Finance teams, SSCs and external advisors.
• Maintain tax compliance trackers and ensure timely filings.
• Prepare tax reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Assist with tax provisions, forecasting and cash tax monitoring.
• Support audits and prepare documentation for auditors and advisors.
• Identify opportunities to improve tax reporting controls and templates.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

VAT & CIT understanding

GL reconciliations

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

English communication

Independent working

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance/Taxation

Tools

SAP

Job description

Lotus is seeking a Tax Compliance & Reporting professional for a six-month fixed-term contract at our Coventry office. You will support tax filings across European entities, analyse tax data, and assist with audits while collaborating with Finance teams and external advisors.

The role emphasizes accuracy, timely reporting, and process improvements within SAP and ERP systems, with a focus on VAT and CIT principles.