Our client, situated near Littlehampton UK, is currently seeking an Indirect Tax Analyst to join their finance team. This permanent role offers a chance to work within the finance sector, focusing on accounting and tax-related responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
People / Process Management
*Manage outsourced service providers, ensuring timely and high-standard delivery within budget.
*Provide support to the Senior Accountant (Tax).

Statutory Reporting & Tax Filings
*Review indirect tax returns for assigned counties prepared by the Senior Accountant (Tax), ensuring accuracy.
*Provide day-to-day tax advice and recommend actions to manage VAT liability.
*Monitor vendor invoice transactions to ensure proper recording of indirect tax.
*Manage the UK IPR process and customs document alterations through the freight forwarder.
*Ensure high-standard balance sheet reconciliations.
*Book entries into the ERP system, maintaining correct VAT accounts.
*Support tax audits to achieve favourable outcomes.
*Address and resolve system, process, and invoice issues.
*Monitor VAT regulations for EMEA and ensure necessary implementations.
*Research EMEA implementation of E-invoicing and work with IT on implementation.
*Support the Senior Manager, Finance in global implementation of "indirect tax" of S4 Hana.
*Assist with ad-hoc tasks as requested by the Senior Manager, Finance.

Other Responsibilities
*Enforce corporate and local policies, procedures, and controls.
*Support development of the European finance function.
*Assist the Senior Manager, Finance and regional teams with initiatives.
Job Requirements:*Experience in managing multiple priorities and tasks
*Strong ability to influence others
*Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
*Proficiency in global indirect tax/VAT
*Working knowledge of US GAAP, other GAAP experience advantageous
*Fluency in English, a second language is advantageous
*Advanced Excel capabilities
*Qualified Accountant ACCA, CTA, or ICAEW (or equivalent)
*Degree (or equivalent)
Experience:*Substantial experience in indirect tax reporting
*International/European exposure
*Experience in manufacturing organisations is highly desired
*Experience with US-led multi-nationals is strongly preferred
*Significant experience with SAP (ECC & S4) with a focus on tax-related settings
Benefits:*Competitive salary
*Opportunities for professional development
*Supportive and collaborative working environment
*Employee benefits package

If you have a strong background in finance and a passion for indirect tax analysis, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client’s dedicated team in Littlehampton, UK.