INDIRECT TAX MANAGER - UP TO £75k - HYBRID - LONDON - PERMANENT
Robert Half are supporting a global business in the search for an experienced Indirect Tax professional to join their growing team. This is a key role focused on improving and managing indirect tax compliance across multiple regions, while also contributing to wider transformation and automation initiatives.
You'll work closely with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to enhance processes, strengthen controls, and ensure accurate and timely reporting across a complex international environment.
Responsibilities:
* Lead and deliver projects aimed at improving indirect tax processes and controls.
* Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and introduce automation across tax operations.
* Work closely with finance, systems, and operational teams to implement process and system enhancements.
* Support the development and mentoring of junior team members, helping to build capability within the team.
* Ensure strong governance by maintaining accurate documentation and effective internal controls.
* Escalate complex or technical tax matters to senior stakeholders where appropriate.
* Prepare and review indirect tax filings (including VAT and withholding tax) to ensure accuracy and compliance.
* Oversee timely submission of returns across multiple EMEA jurisdictions.
* Develop reporting that highlights risks, trends, and actionable insights beyond standard outputs.
* Partner with wider finance teams (e.g. reporting, billing, payables) to ensure tax is embedded within core processes.
* Collaborate with international stakeholders to understand business changes and their impact on tax compliance.
* Support ongoing system implementations and improvements, particularly within ERP environments.
Requirements:
* Degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or a related discipline.
* Proven experience in indirect tax, ideally within a multinational or complex organisation.
* Good understanding of VAT, GST, and withholding tax across EMEA regions.
* Experience working with ERP systems (SAP experience beneficial) and tax technology tools.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
* Confident communicator, able to explain technical concepts to non-specialists.
* Proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement.
* Experience working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
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