Tax Assistant / 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

What You’ll Be Doing

Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Support the preparation and submission of tax filings across European entities, including Corporate Income Tax (CIT), VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT) and other local tax requirements.
• Work closely with local Finance teams, Shared Service Centres (SSC) and external tax advisors to gather information and supporting documentation.
• Monitor filing deadlines and maintain accurate regional tax compliance trackers.
• Ensure tax records are organised, accurate and maintained in line with reporting requirements.

Tax Accounting & Reconciliations

• Prepare and maintain reconciliations of tax-related General Ledger accounts, including VAT, current and deferred tax, withholding tax and tax provisions.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly tax reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities relating to tax accounting.

Tax Analysis & Financial Support

• Prepare tax-related reports, schedules and financial analyses to support management decisions.
• Assist with tax provision calculations, forecasting and cash tax monitoring.
• Maintain accurate tax data and support regional reporting requirements.
• Identify and investigate inconsistencies in financial information.

Audit & Stakeholder Support

• Assist with tax audits and enquiries from local tax authorities.
• Prepare supporting documentation for external auditors and tax advisors.
• Collaborate with internal Finance teams to ensure accurate and timely information sharing.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve tax compliance processes, reconciliations and reporting controls.
• Support the standardisation of tax reporting templates and compliance tracking tools.
• Assist with improvements to tax processes within SAP and other ERP systems.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• 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.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience using SAP or other ERP systems.
• Previous experience within a multinational or multi-entity organisation.
• Exposure to European tax compliance requirements.
• Experience working with external auditors or tax advisors.
• Studying towards or holding an accounting qualification such as ACCA, ACA, CPA or equivalent.

What Will Make You Successful

You’ll be organised, analytical and comfortable taking ownership of your work, with a strong focus on accuracy and meeting deadlines.

You’ll enjoy working with numbers, investigating discrepancies and ensuring financial information is reliable and well-supported.

With a collaborative approach and excellent attention to detail, you’ll play an important role in supporting the Regional Tax Manager and ensuring the smooth running of our European tax compliance activities.

About Lotus

Lotus is a globally recognised British automotive brand, renowned for its engineering excellence, innovation and performance.

As our business continues to evolve, we’re looking for talented individuals who share our commitment to excellence and want to contribute to our international operations.

Contract Details

Contract Type: 6-month fixed-term contract / contractor assignment

Department: Finance – Tax

Reporting To: Regional Tax Manager

Duration: 6 months

Additional Information:

• This role will be working from our Coventry office. This role will be working on-site, full time.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the UKwithout VISA sponsorship.

Our Company:

Group Lotus is a leading sports car manufacturer with a 75-year long history of iconic designs, groundbreaking engineering and legendary victories on the F1 track. Today we are transforming into a truly global performance car brand focused on the electrical future. In 2022 we launched the Eletre, the world’s first all-electric hyper-SUV, and in 2023 Emeya, our fully-electric Hyper-GT.

As part of the Lotus team, you push boundaries. Those of the car industry and of your own. Every member of the Lotus family has some of the pioneering mindset of founder Colin Chapman in them.

We’re not just a car company; we’re a diverse mix of talent from all walks of life. At Lotus, we firmly believe that diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords but essential pillars of a thriving and successful organization. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments during the interview process. If you require any special assistance or adjustments, please let us know in advance so we can ensure a fair and accessible interview experience. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone can thrive.