VAT Compliance Analyst at Interpublic Group

London, England, United Kingdom

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Accounting, Finance, Shared ServicesIndustries

A recognised bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Law or Business Studies is desirable but not mandatory
Proven experience in VAT compliance, gained in-house, within a shared service centre, or in a practice tax compliance hub environment
Strong experience using SAP or another major ERP system for VAT reporting
Regular exposure to automated VAT reporting processes in the UK
Experienced in delivering, preparing and reviewing VAT returns and reconciliations
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with multiple business stakeholders
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate flexibility and proactively contribute to the organisation
Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately to deadlines
Ability to work autonomously
Comfortable working within an evolving organizational structure and flexing to meet business requirements

Prepare, review, and submit UK VAT returns using SAP data extracts processed through predefined and established Alteryx workflows, ensuring accuracy and adherence to reporting deadlines
Operate effectively within an automated VAT reporting environment, leveraging Alteryx workflows and reconciliation tools to support efficient and consistent VAT return preparation
Review exception reports and automated reconciliations between VAT returns and general ledger data, liaising across teams to resolve discrepancies prior to submission
Investigate reconciling items and exceptions, determine the appropriate VAT reporting treatment, and prepare journal entries for correction where required
Identify recurring exceptions and reconciling items, supporting process and control improvements and contributing to training materials and documentation updates
Monitor and coordinate VAT payment schedules, ensuring timely and accurate settlement to HMRC in line with approved returns
Participate in ongoing VAT compliance automation and digitalisation initiatives, supporting system testing, data validation, and workflow enhancements
Contribute to the onboarding of additional UK entities into the centralised VAT reporting model, ensuring smooth integration and continuity during the current transition phase
Maintain thorough audit trails and ensure readiness for internal or external VAT compliance reviews