Group Tax Reporting Analyst

GlaxoSmithKline; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented tax professional to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance. In this pivotal role, you will prepare tax balances, oversee legal entities, and engage with senior stakeholders globally. Your expertise in accounting and tax principles will be essential as you drive process improvements and mentor junior staff. This innovative firm values diversity and offers flexible working arrangements, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the financial landscape.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• Strong accounting and tax background (CIMA/ACA or equivalent).
• Proficiency with accounting platforms and data handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual tax balances under IFRS.
• Overseeing legal entities for smooth delivery of year-end tax balances.

Skills

Accounting and Tax Background

International Tax Principles

Data Handling Skills

Communication Skills

Education

CIMA/ACA or Equivalent

Tools

Alteryx

Power BI

Job description

Site Name:

GSK HQ

Posted Date:

Apr 30 2025

This role is critical in ensuring GSK can report tax balances accurately and timely, contributing to the overall Group Financial Statements.

It involves significant interaction with the Group Head of Tax, senior stakeholders, and finance colleagues worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Group Reporting: Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual tax balances under IFRS for the annual report, including consolidated tax balances and US GAAP translation for ViiV joint venture for Minority Interest reporting.
• Entity Reporting: Overseeing numerous legal entities to ensure smooth delivery of year-end tax balances, maintaining tools, and driving process improvements using technology like Alteryx and Power BI.
• Forecasting ETR and cash tax: Understanding business changes, product mix, and tax landscape to estimate the group's effective tax rate.
• Tax Risk Reporting: Managing the group tax risk reporting process, engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
• Country by Country Reporting (CbCR): Preparing the public CbCR report and liaising with stakeholders for accuracy.
• Process Improvement: Enhancing tax reporting processes, leveraging ERP systems, and coordinating with outsourcing providers.
• Mentoring: Supporting junior staff development and fostering a thriving team environment.
• Ad-hoc Projects: Participating in special projects as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong accounting and tax background (CIMA/ACA or equivalent, partly or fully qualified)
• Basic understanding of international tax principles
• Proficiency with accounting platforms
• Data handling skills; experience with Alteryx and Power BI is advantageous but not essential

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, for engaging with senior stakeholders globally
• Ability to challenge processes and implement improvements

Application Deadline

Closing Date: 28th May 2025 (COB)

Application Instructions

Use the cover letter or CV to demonstrate your fit with the role's competencies. Your application materials will be used for assessment.

Additional Information

We value diversity and inclusion and offer flexible working arrangements. For adjustments or questions, contact [e-mail] or call 0808 234 4391 during specified hours.