About PXC We are PXC, the UK’s largest provider of wholesale connectivity. Our vision is to be the UK’s 1 wholesale platform, a one-stop shop provider of connectivity, voice, cloud and security underpinned by the UK’s most robust, secure, resilient and reliable network. Born from the combination of Virtual1 and TalkTalk’s wholesale services and national network business, we employ 1100 people across our 3 core sites (Salford, London and North Macedonia). Our mission is clear, to be the UK’s best company to work for and best to work with. We believe this success is driven by the power of our employees. We empower our people to become true experts in their field who embody our values every day: we care; we challenge; we commit. As a Tax expert you will assist the Head of Tax in overseeing the tax function and providing critical taxation services across the business. Your role is pivotal in maintaining compliance, strategic tax planning, and financial stability. What you will be working on VAT Review quarterly VAT returns and liaise with our VAT consultant for final sign off Review VAT balance sheet reconciliations Coach VAT return preparers Ensure that we maintain compliance with Making Tax Digital Liaise with HMRC on all aspects of VAT (including business risk review, VAT group admin etc) Respond to ad-hoc VAT queries from the business Opportunity spotting/implementing process improvements Regular maintenance and improvements to VAT process notes VAT – one-off projects Implement improvements to VAT return and VAT balance sheet reconciliation templates Implement improvements/efficiencies to current processes, e.g. Reverse Charge reporting Preparation of training notes around complex areas (e.g. reverse charges, use and enjoyment rules) Other taxes (training will be provided) Provide assistance with: Preparation of corporation tax returns Preparation of tax provisions for year end and half year reporting Country by Country reporting Pillar 2 implementation Senior Accounting Officer compliance Co-ordination of R&D claim with external advisers PAYE Settlement Agreement and Taxed Awards Scheme Maintaining transfer pricing documentation Ad-hoc projects (e.g. tax due diligence for acquisitions/disposals) Additionally: Attend quarterly update meetings with external advisors Attend relevant training/tax update sessions Assist with internal budgets and the supplier payment process What will make you successful in your role? Essential skills: Strong VAT compliance skills High proficiency in MS Excel Strong analytical and numeracy skills Strong project management and ownership skills High level of attention to detail Excellent interpersonal skills Desired: A financial qualification (CTA, ACA, ACCA) Corporation tax and PAYE experience Experience of tax due diligence How we look after our employees Here are just some of the ways we recognise and reward our colleagues: True flexible working and hybrid working options available for staff Fantastic, accessible and collaborative office spaces for those days in the office 25 days holiday plus your birthday off (you also get the option to buy up to 10 extra days holiday per year your holiday allowance goes up with tenure) Free private healthcare for all employees, competitive pension scheme and the opportunity to earn bonus Free broadband for all employees plus gifts for major life events such as marriages and birth Flexible salary sacrifice scheme including dental, gym, electric car scheme and much more, plus a huge range of shopping and leisure discounts so you can save even more cash A range of inclusive employee networks to help integrate employees into life at PXC A t PXC, we know that diversity means success and innovation. We want our workplace to reflect the communities and customer we serve. Being inclusive is part of our DNA; we are all 100% human, and we create a culture where you can truly be yourself. We’re also not your usual 9-5. We are a dynamic workplace and we want to talk to you about how you like to work.