Indirect Tax (VAT) Manager

Kingfisher • Lower Southampton Township, PA

96d

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced Indirect Tax (VAT) professional to take a leading role in managing Kingfisher’s Indirect Tax compliance across the UK and Ireland. This is a key position within our Group Tax team, providing expert business support and project advisory work while ensuring compliance and minimising local indirect tax risks. You will oversee compliance reporting operations for the UK, Ireland and the Channel Islands, ensuring the accurate and timely submission of returns.

Requirements

• Broad and comprehensive level of expertise in all areas of Indirect tax
• Retail experience beneficial including Bespoke Retail Scheme Agreement knowledge
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and the impacts on taxation matters
• Strong IT skills with experience of SAP and MS Excel
• Technically up to date and aware of industry and legislative changes
• Drives change, works with others to improve control environment and compliance
• Assesses tax risk and balances with commercial aspirations
• Experience of managing relationships with external tax authorities
• Strong project and task management skills

Nice To Haves

• Customer focused mindset
• Ability to listen to customers and use data for decision making
• Humanity and care in actions
• Curiosity and willingness to learn and share new ideas
• Agility in working with trust and pace
• Inclusivity in diverse teams
• Accountability for actions and understanding of the Kingfisher plan

Responsibilities

• Management and supervision of Tax Accountants including provision of development support
• Support the UK and Ireland banners with the Indirect tax implications of business decisions and act as a trusted business partner for the local accounting and finance teams
• Identify and deliver improvements to VAT and indirect tax processes and systems
• Work with Kingfisher IT Services teams to support integrity of underlying financial systems for VAT reporting
• Identify and address potential areas of indirect tax risk
• Management of any local indirect tax enquiries or audits
• Anticipate and assess industry developments and legislation changes in Indirect tax and advise the business accordingly

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package
• Opportunities to stretch and grow your career
• Inclusive environment that encourages new ideas and experimentation

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees