Tax Manager - Retail

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector is seeking a Chartered Tax Advisor to oversee tax compliance and risk management for its operations in the UK and EU. The role involves stakeholder engagement, liaison with tax authorities, and enhancing tax automation processes. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of tax regulations and at least five years of relevant experience, preferably within a multinational or Big 4 environment. This opportunity is based in London and offers a chance to work with a dynamic team committed to innovation and integrity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a multinational or Big 4 firm.
• Experience in tax reporting and automation with international retailers preferred.
• Self-starter with hands-on approach and capable of teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Oversee tax compliance across all JD Retail EU and UK entities.
• Liaise with tax authorities and stakeholders for EU and UK tax matters.
• Work with headquarters to enhance automation in tax reporting.

Skills

Strong knowledge of UK and EU tax regulations

Stakeholder engagement

Tax compliance

Tax reporting and automation

Education

Chartered tax advisor

Job description

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1. Tax Compliance and Risk Management: Oversee tax compliance across all JD Retail EU and UK entities, manage tax audits, and mitigate tax risks;

2. Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with tax authorities, external advisors, and internal stakeholders, including JD Group’s finance and tax department, on all EU and UK tax matters;

3. Tax automation system: work with headquarter finance, tax and R&D team to enhance automation and process improvement in tax reporting.

Qualifications

1. Chartered tax advisor with at least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a multinational or a Big 4 firm;

2. Strong knowledge of UK and EU tax regulations, including Transfer Pricing, VAT, CIT and environmental obligation compliance, etc.;

3. Experience in tax reporting and automation with international retailer is preferred;

4. Self-starter with a hands-on approach, capable of working independently and within a team;

5. Based in London

Alignment with JD.com Core Values:

Customer First, Innovation, Tenacity, Responsibility, Gratitude, and Integrity.