Job Description: Seeking an experienced Tax professional with expertise in UK VAT and Indirect Tax processes to support OUP's global finance operations. The candidate will be responsible for tax accounting, VAT compliance, reconciliations, statutory reporting, tax filings, internal controls, and audit support activities.
The ideal candidate should possess strong accounting and tax knowledge, be proficient in SAP S/4HANA, and have experience managing tax-related issues, compliance requirements, and stakeholder communication across multiple business units. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while meeting strict month-end and statutory deadlines.
Experience in VAT returns, tax reconciliations, tax reporting, audit support, and indirect tax compliance is essential. Exposure to multinational environments and ERP systems will be highly advantageous.
Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities
Prepare and submit UK VAT and other indirect tax returns in accordance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
Support month-end tax accounting activities, tax accruals, reconciliations, and tax-related journal entries.
Track and resolve tax-related open items, exceptions, and compliance issues in a timely manner.
Raise and monitor tax payment requests and support tax settlement activities.
Prepare supporting schedules, documentation, and audit evidence for tax filings and regulatory reviews.
Support statutory reporting requirements and maintain tax-related controls and governance standards.
Perform detailed reviews of tax reports, reconcile tax balances, and investigate discrepancies.
Work closely with Finance, Accounting, Tax, and Business stakeholders to resolve tax-related queries.
Ensure compliance with client internal control frameworks, policies, and audit requirements.
Support continuous process improvements and knowledge sharing within the Tax function.
Qualifications: Graduate in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Taxation, or MBA Finance.
3-6 years of experience in Tax, RTR, Financial Accounting, or Tax Compliance roles.
Strong experience in UK VAT and Indirect Tax processes.
Experience in tax accounting, tax reconciliations, and statutory reporting.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Good understanding of internal controls, compliance, and audit requirements.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Requirements
SAP S/4HANA, OneSource
Experience supporting multinational tax operations.
Exposure to tax audits and regulatory compliance requirements.
Knowledge of EU VAT, PVA, EC VAT, and international indirect tax reporting.
