Senior Manager VAT
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Join us At AstraZeneca were driven by our purpose to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. As we continue to grow globally were transforming how we operate embedding digital data and technology at the heart of our business. Join our Global Tax team and shape the future of indirect tax across a complex multinational footprint.
We are seeking a Senior Manager VAT to lead multijurisdictional VAT/indirect tax governance advisory and transformation initiatives. You will partner across Finance Procurement Supply Chain and IT to deliver compliant efficient and technologyenabled outcomes from design through execution while providing pragmatic commercially focused guidance on evolving VAT/indirect tax requirements.
Key responsibilities
- Governance and advisory: Provide expert guidance on UK/EU VAT and nonUS indirect tax obligations (e.g. VAT/GST for US outbound activity and registrations outside the US) including place of supply chain transactions and crossborder operations. Drive consistent policy and risk management across regions.
- Compliance and controversy: Oversee complex indirect tax compliance processes and controls support audits and controversy matters and ensure timely quality submissions in coordination with regional teams and external advisers.
- Digital and transformation: Lead tax technology and ERPenabled change including SAP S/4HANA GTS Vertex/ONESOURCE and AP/PO solutions; shape Einvoicing/realtime reporting capabilities; and enhance tax determination engines and master data governance.
- Process optimisation: Identify and deliver improvements across endtoend processes (ordertocash procuretopay) strengthening data quality automation and standardisation to improve efficiency and control.
- Stakeholder leadership: Build strong relationships with Finance IT and business partners; translate complex tax rules into clear business requirements and sustainable solutions. Mentor colleagues and contribute to the global indirect tax strategy.
Essential qualifications
- Degree in accounting finance law or a related field. Professional qualification preferred (e.g. CTA CPA ACA or equivalent).
- Demonstrable commercial postqualification experience in multi jurisdictional VAT/indirect tax within a multinational or Big Four/major advisory covering compliance advisory and controversy.
- Deep knowledge of EU VAT (strong preference for experience in the UK Sweden Ireland or other EU member states) and US foreign indirect tax obligations (including VAT/GST for US outbound activity and nonUS registrations). Strong understanding of place of supply rules complex chain transactions Einvoicing/realtime reporting and tax determination engines.
- Transformation: Demonstrated delivery of tax technology and ERP change (e.g. SAP S/4HANA GTS Vertex/ONESOURCE AP/PO) with a track record in data governance and process optimisation.
- Personal attributes: Strategic thinker with a handson approach high ownership and resilience and a continuous improvement mindset. Confident communicator who can influence simplify complexity and drive outcomes.
At AstraZenecayoullbe part of a team that combinesgroundbreakingscience with leading digital technology platforms. Our work directlyimpactspatients by transforming our ability to develop life-changing medicines. With the backing of investment to succeed we empower the business to perform at its peak. Join us at a crucial stage of our journey in becoming a digital and data-led enterprise. Here you can innovate take ownership experiment with innovative technology and tackle challenges that have never been addressed multifaceted environment where learning runs through the entire team.
Ready to make an impact Apply now to join AstraZenecas innovative team!
Date Posted
17-Mar-2026Closing Date
31-Mar-2026Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations please complete the section in the application form.Required Experience:
Senior Manager
Key Skills
- Program Management
- FDA Regulations
- Management Experience
- Facilities Management
- Clinical Development
- Data Management
- Quality Systems
- Project Management
- Research & Development
- GLP
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
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AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, ... View more
