Tax Officer

Lidl; London; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Tax Officer to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to engage with VAT processes and collaborate with both national and international stakeholders. You'll thrive in a supportive environment that values diversity and promotes career growth. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and a hybrid working model that balances office life with remote flexibility. If you're eager to make a meaningful impact in the tax sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

30-35 days holiday

10% in-store discount

Ongoing training

Enhanced family leave

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passion for performing tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Strong multi-tasking skills with prioritization ability.
• Confident communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with indirect taxes, mainly VAT.
• Support Tax department with data collection and analysis.
• Communicate with stakeholders and provide administrative support.

Skills

Multi-tasking skills

Confident communication

PC literacy

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Problem-solving

Experience in VAT

German language

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

SAP

Job description

Summary

£33,000* - £41,800* per annum | 30-35 days' holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Pension scheme

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're curious, collaborative and ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.

Just like you.

As a Lidl Tax Officer, you'll be a highly organised and enthusiastic individual joining our tax team. From learning about VAT to communicating with national and international stakeholders, you'll be an organised and enthusiastic professional, keen to continue your career in tax. You'll also be supporting in the administration and smooth running of the department.

In return, we'll give you a competitive salary based on equal opportunity and pay structures, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl.

We're proud to be a diverse, secure and fast-growing business, so we'll make sure you have access to the right training and real opportunities to build your career as well.

At Lidl, we offer a hybrid working model to give you the best of both worlds. Spend three days or more in our state-of-the-art office, where you can enjoy an on-site gym, restaurant, and more of the perks you deserve. And with up to two days at home, you'll find the work/life balance you need to thrive.

What you'll do

• Responsible for assistance with indirect taxes (Mainly VAT)
• Providing daily support for the Tax department including collection and analysis of data for indirect taxes returns
• Communication with stakeholders within the team, business, HMRC and international counterparts in Germany
• Assisting the team with ad hoc tasks and providing administrative support

What you'll need

• A genuine passion for performing tasks effectively, efficiently and to a high standard
• Strong multi-tasking skills with the ability to prioritise conflicting deadlines and a varied workload
• Confident communication skills and ability to work well in a team
• PC literacy - a good working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• A keen eye for detail, self-motivation and a proactive mind-set with a can-do attitude, ownership and the ability to work on projects and solve problems independently
• Experience working in a tax department focusing on VAT is desirable
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel , Word, PowerPoint
• Knowledge of SAP is beneficial
• Background in retail would be an advantage
• German language is desirable but not essential

What you'll receive

• 30-35 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in-store discount
• Ongoing training
• Enhanced family leave
• Pension scheme
• Plus, more of the perks you deserve.

If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.

You're Lidl like us. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.

*includes 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.