Indirect Tax Compliance Lead

Page Personnel; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known brand in Bracknell is seeking a skilled tax compliance professional to oversee VAT returns and manage indirect tax across Europe. The role offers a competitive annual salary and opportunities for career progression within a supportive and innovative company culture.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Permanent position

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Strong experience in European indirect tax compliance, especially VAT and Intrastat reporting.
• Skilled in managing shared service centre operations and coordinating multi-country filings.
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across finance, IT, and external advisors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee VAT returns, Intrastat declarations, and other indirect tax filings across 18 European jurisdictions.
• Lead the implementation and ongoing management of an insourced compliance model.
• Serve as the primary contact for indirect tax audits.

Skills

European indirect tax compliance

VAT and Intrastat reporting

SAP

Tax reporting tools

Communication

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

SAP

Tax reporting tools

Job description

• Chance to work for a well-known brand!
• Flexible working available!

About Our Client

This company is a well-established multinational operating across Europe, known for its commitment to precision, innovation, and operational excellence. It fosters a collaborative and flexible work culture, with a strong focus on compliance, continuous improvement, and cross-functional teamwork.

Job Description

• Oversee VAT returns, Intrastat declarations, and other indirect tax filings across 18 European jurisdictions. Coordinate daily operations with the shared service centre and ensure timely submissions and payments.
• Lead the implementation and ongoing management of an insourced compliance model. Identify opportunities to automate and enhance tax processes and data quality, collaborating with internal teams and external advisors.
• Manage tax-related general ledger reconciliations and ensure correct accounting treatment for transactions. Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Ensure all necessary VAT and indirect tax certificates are valid, accurate, and submitted on time. Coordinate updates and renewals with internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary contact for indirect tax audits. Prepare documentation, respond to authority queries, and liaise with relevant departments and advisors.
• Provide training and support on VAT compliance to internal teams and the shared service centre.

The Successful Applicant

• Strong experience in European indirect tax compliance, especially VAT and Intrastat reporting.
• Skilled in managing shared service centre operations and coordinating multi-country filings.
• Proficient in SAP and tax reporting tools, with a focus on accuracy and process improvement.
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across finance, IT, and external advisors.
• Holds a relevant degree; professional tax / accounting qualifications are a plus.

What's on Offer

• Competitive annual salary.
• Permanent position based in Bracknell, offering stability and career progression.
• Opportunities to work in a large organisation within the industrial / manufacturing industry.
• Engagement in impactful projects and initiatives across Europe.
• Supportive company culture with a focus on innovation and excellence.