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Indirect Tax Manager

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B&Q

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
    Accounting & Tax
  • Southampton

AI generated summary

  • You need expertise in indirect tax, retail knowledge, strong IT skills, risk assessment, project management, relationship management, and effective communication. Self-starter with a customer focus.
  • You will oversee indirect tax compliance, manage tax accountants, support local teams, improve processes, address risks, handle audits, and advise on legislative changes.

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
  • Able to deal with complex reporting lines and operating models
  • Customer focused in all deliverables
  • 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
  • Self-starter and ability to work independently
  • Good influencing and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Oversee Kingfisher’s Indirect tax compliance reporting operations and activity for the UK, Ireland and Channel Islands including ensuring the accurate and timely submission of returns
  • 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
  • To 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

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Indirect Tax Manager.

Where is the location of the job?

The job is located at the Southampton Store Support Office.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary for this position is up to £70,000.

Are there benefits offered with this position?

Yes, the benefits include a pension, BUPA, ShareSave options, 6.6 weeks holiday, and more.

Is this position permanent?

Yes, this position is permanent and is open to flexible working arrangements.

How many days a week will I be required to be in the office?

The role requires you to be in the office for 2 days per week.

What are the key responsibilities of the Indirect Tax Manager?

Key responsibilities include overseeing indirect tax compliance reporting, managing a team of tax accountants, supporting business decisions related to indirect tax, and managing local tax enquiries or audits.

Which teams will the Indirect Tax Manager collaborate with internally?

The Indirect Tax Manager will work with Finance, Legal, HR, Property, and IT teams.

What external relationships will the Indirect Tax Manager manage?

The Indirect Tax Manager will manage relationships with HMRC, external tax authorities, external auditors and advisors, and the Kingfisher group tax team.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Required skills include expertise in indirect tax, retail experience beneficial, strong IT skills (especially with SAP and MS Excel), project management skills, and the ability to manage relationships with tax authorities.

What is the company’s stance on diversity and inclusion?

The company is committed to making B&Q more diverse and representative of the communities served, ensuring everyone feels they belong and have equal opportunities.

What kind of support is offered during the application or interview process?

For support during the application or interview process, you can contact recruitment@b-and-q.co.uk for any recruitment adjustments.

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B&Q

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

We are the UK’s leading home improvement and garden living retailer with over 300 stores throughout the UK and Ireland, offering great prices, with over 100,000 products available to order at diy.com for home delivery or click and collect. We launched the UK’s first home improvement marketplace in March 2022, adding additional choice for consumers. The marketplace offers a unique, integrated experience with in-store returns for many products and Click + Collect options being explored. Our team of more than 26,000 colleagues of all ages are respected nationwide for providing great home improvement help to customers. They’re the beating heart of B&Q and their iconic orange aprons are worn with pride. Every year, more than 20 million people improve their homes and make life better with B&Q, and every year the company achieves ever-higher standards for sustainable sourcing and supports our local communities, including funding B&Q Foundation grants and Shelter’s DIY Skills Advisors