VAT Tax Analyst

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company seeks an enthusiastic VAT Compliance Tax Analyst to join their International Indirect Tax team in London or Manchester. This role involves ensuring VAT compliance across various jurisdictions, specifically focusing on preparing declarations and supporting audits within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in VAT advisory or compliance role.
• Solid understanding of VAT principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and submit VAT corrective declarations.
• Assist with tax authority queries and internal audits.
• Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedures for VAT compliance.

Skills

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Tax, Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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VAT Compliance Tax Analyst – International Indirect Tax

Location: London or Manchester (On-Site) | Approx. £62,000 - £75,000 (Dependent on Experience)

A top tech company with a diverse international footprint is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic VAT Compliance Tax Analyst to join its International Indirect Tax Compliance team.

This is a great opportunity to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented, and dynamic environment. You’ll play a key role in ensuring VAT compliance across multiple jurisdictions, with a particular focus on the FRITES region and Italy. The role includes preparing VAT declaration corrections, supporting VAT audits, and assisting with internal and external compliance processes.

You’ll need strong data analysis skills, a good understanding of financial systems, and technical accounting awareness. Taking ownership of your work and being comfortable working independently will be essential to your success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, review, and submit VAT corrective declarations across the FRITES region
• Prepare and submit Intrastat and ECSL returns as needed
• Assist with tax authority queries, including liaising with internal departments and drafting responses
• Provide support for internal and external audits, including VAT-related data analysis
• Collect and prepare data for annual Italian VAT returns
• Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for VAT compliance processes

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Tax, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3+ years’ experience in a VAT advisory or VAT compliance role
• Solid understanding of VAT principles
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Italian or French is an advantage
• Strong ownership mentality with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
• Ability to manage tight deadlines in a high-pressure environment
• Team player who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative setting
• Eagerness to learn, with a positive "can-do" attitude
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision