Tax Technology & Compliance Manager

Wiley Global Technology; England; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in research and learning is seeking a Tax Technology & Compliance Manager to manage VAT compliance across the EMEA region. Responsibilities include preparing VAT returns, managing compliance processes, and supporting tax projects. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of global indirect tax legislation and experience in VAT compliance. This role offers a competitive salary range of £50,900 to £72,900 and the opportunity to work remotely.

Qualifications

• Experience in multinational indirect tax roles.
• Able to implement change and take ownership.
• Experience in VAT compliance or controllership functions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit UK VAT returns.
• Review VAT returns prepared by compliance team.
• Manage compliance processes and controls.

Skills

VAT compliance experience

Proactive attitude

SAP familiarity

MS Excel proficiency

Problem-solving approach

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Recognised professional tax qualification (e.g. CTA / ACA)

Tools

SAP

Alteryx

PowerBI

Job description

Job Description

Tax Technology & Compliance Manager

Location : Remote GBR

Our mission is to unlock human potential. We welcome you for who you are, the background you bring and we embrace individuals who get excited about learning. Bring your experiences, your perspectives and your passion; it's in our differences that we empower the way the world learns.

About the Role

Wiley is looking for a proactive, high‑energy, VAT compliance manager based in the South East (UK).

Wileys business activities require VAT filings in many jurisdictions globally. The candidate will be responsible for VAT compliance and controls across the EMEA region as well as providing support to tax colleagues outside of EMEA as required. This role will also encompass demand‑led work, including working on a range of projects to support tax risk management such as design and implementation of VAT controls, identification and mitigation of VAT risk, management of quality control and implementation of process improvements.

The role will also require an understanding of financial system and technical accounting awareness.

The VAT compliance manager reports to the Indirect Tax Director.

How you will make an impact

• Preparation analysis and submission of UK VAT returns
• Review of Wiley group VAT returns prepared by the offshore compliance team and working with external advisors where applicable to ensure accurate and timely submission of all returns and payments
• Assistance with VAT registrations across various jurisdictions and working with offshore team to manage future VAT compliance in those jurisdictions
• Management of internal indirect tax compliance processes and controls to provide continuous support and improvement where necessary
• Preparing and reviewing data analytics and trends analysis with VAT return information
• Oversight and support of wider global VAT compliance activities undertaken, including monitoring of global risk profile for Wiley
• Preparation and review of month‑end VAT account reconciliations
• Managing audits and tax office inquiries
• Supporting tax engine logic changes resulting from legislative or business change
• Dealing with global ad‑hoc queries from the business in relation to indirect tax and working on tax projects as required

What we look for

• Fully conversant with global indirect tax legislation and proven experience in indirect tax roles ideally within a multinational organisation
• A team player with a hands‑on attitude able to initiate and implement change and demonstrate a problem‑solving approach
• Familiar with SAP accounting systems
• A confident MS Excel user
• Open to using new technologies such as Alteryx PowerBI; experience with these tools is an advantage
• Experienced in VAT compliance or controllership functions
• Able to take ownership and responsibility for their work under minimal supervision
• Able to work to tight deadlines and under pressure
• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered

Preferred Qualifications

• Recognised professional tax qualification (e.g. CTA / ACA or equivalent)

About Wiley

Wiley is a trusted leader in research and learning. Our pioneering solutions and services are paving the way for knowledge seekers as they work to solve the world's most important challenges. We are advocates of advancement, empowering knowledge‑seekers to transform today's biggest obstacles into tomorrow's brightest opportunities.

With over 200 years of experience in publishing we continue to evolve the steps of knowledge seekers into strides illuminating their path forward to personal educational and professional success at every stage. Around the globe we break down barriers for innovators, empowering them to advance discoveries in their fields, adapt their workforces, and shape minds.

Wiley is an equal‑opportunity / affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact us for assistance.

We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility. Our values support courageous teammates, needle movers and learning champions, all while striving to support the health and well‑being of all employees. We offer meeting‑free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads‑down work and professional development, and through a robust body of employee programming we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community, learn and grow.

We are committed to fair, transparent pay and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. The range below represents Wiley's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base pay for this role at the time of posting, either in the United Kingdom, Canada or USA. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall within the range however the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non‑discriminatory factors including but not limited to geographic location, skills and competencies.

When applying please attach your resume / CV to be considered.

Salary Range : 50900 GBP to 72900 GBP