Indirect Tax Manager
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Job Location:
Warwickshire - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Aston Martin is an iconic brand synonymous with heritage performance and innovation. As we continue to grow and expand globally our Tax team plays a crucial role in ensuring strong governance compliance and value creation across the business.
We now have an exciting new opportunity for an Indirect Tax Manager to join our Finance function. This is a newly created position with responsibility for global VAT obligations and the opportunity to shape the future of indirect tax within the organisation.
The Role
The Indirect Tax Manager will take ownership of Aston Martins global VAT compliance obligations ensuring all returns are prepared and submitted accurately and on time. Acting as the primary point of contact for day-to-day operational queries the role will provide clear guidance on indirect tax matters and play an important part in shaping decisions across the business.
The position will also support the Senior Group Tax Manager on business initiatives driving process improvements and introducing efficiencies through addition the Indirect Tax Manager will develop and embed policies procedures and governance frameworks to strengthen the control environment and reduce risk.
The role involves regular interaction with tax authorities and advisors managing queries effectively and limiting potential penalties. The Indirect Tax Manager will oversee the relationship with our EU VAT recovery partners VATIT while also developing and managing the VAT & Customs Analyst. With high visibility across the organisation this position offers frequent opportunities to collaborate with senior stakeholders and influence business outcomes in a listed global environment.
What Were Looking For
We are looking for a technically strong VAT specialist with the confidence and determination to take ownership of a newly created role. The ideal candidate will be professionally qualified ideally ACA ACCA or CTA and have significant experience in indirect tax gained within either a large accountancy practice or a multinational corporate environment.
A deep understanding of VAT legislation and a genuine appetite for continued technical development are essential. Strong communication skills are equally importantthe ability to explain complex issues clearly and persuasively to senior stakeholders while constructively challenging and influencing decisions when required.
Success in this role calls for resilience attention to detail and excellent organisational skills to manage multiple priorities within strict deadlines. Strong Excel capability is essential and experience with tax technology tools such as Alteryx would be an advantage. Most importantly the successful candidate will bring the drive to implement change build effective processes and establish themselves as the go-to expert on VAT within the business.
Why Join Us
This is a rare opportunity to build and lead within the tax function of one of the worlds most prestigious automotive brands. The role offers:
- Autonomy and influence the chance to design processes and controls that shape how VAT is managed across the business.
- Global exposure opportunities to work with international tax authorities advisors and stakeholders across multiple markets.
Next Steps
If you are a VAT specialist looking to take the lead in a high-profile newly created role within a world-class brand we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to join Aston Martin and help drive the future of our global tax function.
Belong at Aston Martin
We understand that the incredible beauty craft and art that defines an Aston Martin comes from the inclusion of our amazing people.
We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education opinions culture ethnicity race sex gender identity and expression nation of origin age languages spoken colour religion disability sexual orientation and beliefs. We celebrate diversity and are seeking applicants who can bring something different.
Please speak to us if there is anything you need to support making an application with us.
The post holder will be required to comply with all policies and procedures issued by and on behalf of Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd
Required Experience:
Manager
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About Company
Aston Martin - the luxury British sports car manufacturer. Find your local dealer, explore our rich heritage, and discover our model range.
