Role Purpose:
1. Take full ownership of all direct and indirect taxes
2. Prepare and submit all sales/VAT tax returns
3. Prepare files/information for corporation tax, capital allowance and R&D tax advisors
4. Review and address all compliance requirements independently and/or with the help of an external tax advisor
Reports to: Director of Finance
Key interfaces: All F&M teams, external tax advisors and tax authorities
Key Accountabilities:
1. Maintain tax risk register, review high risk areas at least once a year
2. Prepare and monitor tax reporting calendar for all jurisdictions
3. Collate data, prepare tax files for submission and ensure all taxes are paid by due date
4. Explore potential automations with support from F&M Transformation team
5. Work with external advisors on tax registrations/compliance in each country if and when required
6. Educate the business on various aspects of direct and indirect taxes, including VAT, GST and sales tax
7. Work closely with tax advisors on addressing historic and future risks, providing accurate data and answering all queries and requests in a timely manner
Role Specific Criteria (Experience/Behaviours/Technical Ability)
Essential:
1. Good understanding of the UK and EU VAT/sales tax legislation and reporting requirements
2. Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail
3. Excellent Excel skills – intermediate level or above
4. Ability to work independently within a dynamic fast-paced environment
5. Good communication skills
Desirable:
1. ERP experience, ideally Microsoft Dynamics
2. Retail experience, ideally in the food business
We are committed to developing your career and nurturing your talent, regardless of age; disability; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sex; sexual orientation. We respect and embrace each other's differences to create a truly inclusive environment.
In return, we offer:
1. A competitive salary
2. A generous store and restaurant discount of up to 40%
3. 25 days holidays pro rata (excluding bank holidays) and an extra day off for your birthday
4. A fantastic subsidised staff restaurant which uses Fortnum’s ingredients
5. A range of opportunities to develop and grow personally and professionally
6. Excellent pension scheme
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