Role Purpose:

We are looking for a tax expert with a passion to navigate complex international financial landscapes. You will be responsible for overseeing and managing tax-related activities within Fortnum & Mason Plc (F&M), providing strategic tax planning and ensuring compliance with all relevant tax laws and regulations.

Working with F&M international trade compliance, data, technical, finance and reporting teams, you will lead indirect tax reporting and compliance in the UK and overseas. You will also support our tax advisors with their corporate tax compliance works. 

Reports to:  

Director of Finance

Key interfaces:

All F&M teams, external tax advisors and tax authorities

Key Accountabilities:

*       Maintaining tax risk register and reviewing high risk areas at least once a year

*       Preparing and monitoring of tax reporting calendar

*       VAT, GST and sales tax reporting

*       Corporation tax compliance and reporting, including capital and R&D allowances

*       Internal training and guidance on various aspects of direct and indirect taxes, including VAT, GST and sales tax

*       Working closely with tax advisors on addressing historic and future risks

Role Specific Criteria (Experience/Behaviours/Technical Ability)

Essential:

-        Excellent VAT technical and analytical skills

-        Ability to apply good judgement, consult appropriately and manage risks

-        Good communication skills, written and oral

-        Resilience, ability to work to deadline and good self-organisation skills

-        Excellent Excel skills and ability to analyse and interpret a large volume of data

-        Experience of working with tax authorities and external tax advisors

-        A strong interest and understanding of the benefits of technology and innovation

-        Ambition and a strong desire to succeed

-        At least 5-7 years of experience in tax accounting or tax management, with some experience in a supervisory or leadership role

-        Tax or Accounting qualification (CTA, ATT, AAT, ACCA, CIMA etc)

Desirable:

-        Knowledge of international indirect taxes – GST, sales/use tax for distance selling

-        Good understanding of complex VAT treatment of food, mixed supply and antique sales

-        ERP experience, ideally Microsoft Dynamics

-        Tax software experience, ie Avalara, Vertex

-        Retail experience

We are committed to developing your career and nurturing your talent, regardless of age; disability; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sex; sexual orientation. We respect and embrace each other's differences, to create a truly inclusive environment.

In the last year alone, our people have been recognised and celebrated, winning awards for their outstanding contributions to Retail, Technology, Global Hospitality & Tourism, Visual Merchandising & Display, Customer Service and Local Community Awards.

In return, we offer:

• A competitive salary

• A generous store and restaurant discount of up to 40%

• 25 days holidays pro rata (excluding bank holidays) and an extra day off for your birthday

• A fantastic subsidised staff restaurant which uses Fortnum’s ingredients

• A range of opportunities to develop and grow personally and professionally

• Excellent pension scheme