Company Description / Business Unit
We are one of the UK's most trusted brands, providing a wide range of services from Home and Motor Insurance to financial services, B2B, Consumer, Business services, driver training, car care, and service maintenance and repair. Our mission is to keep Britain moving.
Job Title
VAT & Indirect Tax Lead
Location
Basingstoke – Hybrid – Three Days in Office
Employment Type
Permanent
Hours
Monday‑Friday
Summary
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering accurate and timely Indirect Tax returns across the AA Group. You’ll work at the heart of Finance, gaining exposure to a wide range of businesses while providing expert VAT and IPT guidance to shape commercial decisions.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead on all VAT matters across the AA Group, providing expert guidance and support to the wider business
* Prepare and review quarterly VAT returns, ensuring accurate and compliant submissions
* Calculate reverse charges, annual adjustments and Capital Goods Scheme requirements
* Provide technical VAT expertise on new products, services and commercial initiatives
* Review material contracts to ensure full VAT compliance and identify potential risks
* Support business with variable recovery rates in partnership with Finance and Financial Systems teams
* Reconcile VAT balance sheets monthly, identifying opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies
* Manage HMRC VAT enquiries and maintain strong compliance standards across the business
* Monitor changes in VAT legislation and case law, keeping the business informed and compliant
* Support and mentor colleagues across the wider Tax team, deputising for the Head of Tax & Payroll when required
Qualifications
* Strong working knowledge of Group VAT return preparation using SAP/BW
* Experience carrying out analytical reviews of transactional data with high accuracy
* Knowledge of Reverse Charge VAT, Capital Goods Scheme and balance sheet reconciliations
* Understanding of Partial Exemption and Insurance Premium Tax advantageous
* CTA qualified or part qualified, with ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualifications preferred
* ATT qualified if not Chartered
* Ability to prioritise workloads effectively with a practical and pragmatic approach
* Confidence in solving complex problems and identifying practical solutions
* Excellent organisational, communication and relationship-building skills
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and holiday buying scheme
* Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
* Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends
* Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
* Employee discount scheme that gives access to a car salary sacrifice scheme and great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more
* Company funded life assurance
* Diverse learning and development opportunities
* Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family
Equal Opportunities Employer
We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong.
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