Tax & Audit Assistant

Medik8; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible & Hybrid working

Private Medical Insurance

Mental Health support

75% Discount

Annual Performance Bonus

Long Service Awards

Up-skilling support

Lunch & Learns

Flexible Career opportunities

2 Volunteering days per year

Matched Charitable Giving Scheme

Job summary

Medik8, a British skincare brand, is expanding its centralised finance team with a Tax & Audit Assistant role in a hybrid setup. You will own VAT, SUT, and Canadian VAT tasks while supporting global tax processes and audits.

You’ll build cross-functional relationships, show initiative, and contribute to scalable growth in a fast-paced environment. The role offers UK-based hybrid working and a path into a growing finance function.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience working within an accounts, finance, audit, or tax environment.
• Professional Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA part-qualified status (or equivalent demonstratively relevant professional learning).
• Technical Knowledge: Clear understanding of indirect tax structures alongside core accounting principles.
• Core Skills: Strong spreadsheet skills (Microsoft Excel) with a track record of handling detailed reconciliations under tight deadlines.
• Working Style: High attention to detail, exceptional organizational capabilities, and a collaborative, cross-functional communication style.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation of VAT returns across the UK and Europe.
• Assisting in the preparation of Sales and Use Tax (SUT) and Canadian VAT returns across the US and Canada.
• Ensuring all tax reconciliations are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Maintaining precise tax records and comprehensive supporting documentation.
• Supporting tax compliance requirements across the UK, EU, US, and additional global jurisdictions.
• Monitoring compliance deadlines to guarantee timely submissions and payments.
• Supporting audit requests and queries during interim and final audit periods.
• Conducting ad-hoc tax analysis to guide broader commercial and financial decisions.
• Collaborating cross-functionally to support team members and business partners when needed.

Skills

Spreadsheet proficiency

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA part-qualified

Tools

ERP systems

Tax software

Job description

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + discretionary bonus
Hybrid Working: Flexible/Hybrid. Minimum 3 days mandatory per week in our London office
Location: Current Location, Elstree - Moving to London Bridge from early January 2027.

At Medik8, we are transforming the industry with science-backed technology, and our dedication to exceptional skincare products has built a reputation for excellence. Our goal is to continue to scale the business through global expansion, multi-channel distribution, and product innovation.

Our centralised finance team supports operations across Europe and North America, ensuring seamless payment processing and providing vital guidance to internal and external stakeholders in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

As part of our ongoing growth, we are introducing a newly created Tax & Audit Assistant role. This position offers a direct entry point into a growing finance function where you will take meaningful ownership from day one. You will play a key role in supporting our global compliance, tax, and audit processes as the business scales.

Beyond routine numbers and compliance, we are looking for someone who takes initiative and adds value. You will build strong relationships across internal departments and external partners, take a hands-on approach to problem-solving, and have great organisational skills. If you thrive in a dynamic setting, manage shifting priorities with ease, and enjoy collaborating within a close-knit team, this role offers an ideal fit.

In more detail, your role will include:

• Assisting in the preparation of VAT returns across the UK and Europe.

• Assisting in the preparation of Sales and Use Tax (SUT) and Canadian VAT returns across the US and Canada.

• Ensuring all tax reconciliations are completed accurately and on schedule.

• Maintaining precise tax records and comprehensive supporting documentation.

• Supporting tax compliance requirements across the UK, EU, US, and additional global jurisdictions.

• Monitoring compliance deadlines to guarantee timely submissions and payments.

• Supporting audit requests and queries during interim and final audit periods.

• Conducting ad-hoc tax analysis to guide broader commercial and financial decisions.

• Collaborating cross-functionally to support team members and business partners when needed.

What We Are Looking For

Our Commitment to Inclusion (The 60% Rule): Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often only apply if they meet 100% of the criteria. At Medik8, we care about potential, passion, and transferable talent. If you meet at least 60% of the essential criteria below and feel excited about this role, we strongly encourage you to apply!

Essential Criteria

• Professional Experience: Demonstrable experience working within an accounts, finance, audit, or tax environment.

• Professional Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA part-qualified status (or equivalent demonstratively relevant professional learning).

• Technical Knowledge: Clear understanding of indirect tax structures alongside core accounting principles.

• Core Skills: Strong spreadsheet skills (Microsoft Excel) with a track record of handling detailed reconciliations under tight deadlines.

• Working Style: High attention to detail, exceptional organizational capabilities, and a collaborative, cross-functional communication style.

Desirable Criteria

• Prior experience directly supporting external or internal audit processes.

• Practical exposure to enterprise ERP systems and dedicated tax software.

• Experience navigating indirect tax frameworks across the UK, EU, and US markets.

About us

Founded in 2009 by UK scientists and brothers, we are a British, B Corp™ certified skincare brand renowned for clinical results without compromise. Our mission is to simplify the route to great skin through our pioneering CSA Philosophy®: Vitamin C plus Sunscreen by day, and Vitamin A by night.

Culture & Benefits

We are a team of collaborative go-givers fuelled by a purpose-driven mentality. Innovation is at our core; we pride ourselves on doing everything in-house, challenging the norm and pushing the boundaries of possibility. We work with integrity and agility, ensuring our commitment to sustainability and quality is never compromised. Above all, we believe in community. Our diverse talents work cross-functionally because we know we achieve more together. It’s just who we are!

Some of the perks of being part of the Medik8 team include:

• Wellbeing: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, Flexible & Hybrid working, Private Medical Insurance, Mental Health support.

• Rewards: 75% Discount, Annual Performance Bonus, Long Service Awards.

• Growth: Up-skilling support, regular Lunch & Learns, Flexible Career opportunities.

• Impact: 2 Volunteering days per year, Matched Charitable Giving Scheme.

Our BCorp Commitment to JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion)

At Medik8, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered. We believe a rich tapestry of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives fuels the innovation behind our products. Research shows many candidates only apply if they meet 100% of a job description, however, we use the "60% Rule": if you meet over 60% of the requirements and have the passion to learn the rest, we want to hear from you.

Our Inclusive Hiring Standards:

• Fair Chance Hiring: To support systemic justice, we do not request criminal record or credit checks during the application stage (unless legally required for the role).

• Blind Recruiting: We use anonymised CV screening to focus purely on your talent and reduce bias.

• Disability Confident: As a Level 2 employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum role criteria.

• Immigration Integrity: We welcome all applicants within current Home Office guidance on sponsorship and Right to Work. We never artificially manipulate role scopes or salaries to meet requirements.