Sr.Analyst - UK -Indirect Tax

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.&nbsp;</strong><br><strong>&nbsp;</strong><br><strong>We have been building the world's most valuable brands for 50 years and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.</strong><br><strong>&nbsp;</strong><br><strong>Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.&nbsp;</strong><br><strong>&nbsp;</strong><br><strong>For more information, visit <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwpp.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CErica.Durr%40wpp.com%7C9bf4566a65bc46a48ac008de749116ea%7C150b5e663d884dee83f6ed149b727a00%7C0%7C0%7C639076363668176216%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Q9juosud56XGLThSFZ1NpPZd6FXpJPxV74OeRZWoh%2B4%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">WPP.com.</a></strong><br><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p></div><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Why we're hiring:</strong></span></p> <p>This position will become an integral part of a dynamic and growing UK VAT compliance team in WPP, one of the top advertising firms in the world.</p> <p>Experience in preparing UK VAT returns is essential, but in addition to that we are looking for individuals with an enthusiasm for delivering quality work, with a curiosity for getting into the detail of data and resolving queries, along with a sense of commercial awareness and a desire to develop their knowledge. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Accuracy and consistency are important, along with good skills in using Microsoft excel. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In return you will have the opportunity to develop your UK VAT knowledge deeper, collaborate with local SSC colleagues in ensuring transactions meet VAT reporting requirements, gain experience working with a variety of finance applications and a Big 4 developed VAT return tool, and be part of a new team created to support VAT compliance process for multiple agencies.</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What you'll be doing:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Accurate preparation of UK VAT returns within required timeframes for multiple VAT registrations, following standard operating procedures.</li> <li>Deliver exceptional support to multiple UK agencies, building relationships and representing the VAT compliance team as a trusted service provider. &nbsp;</li> <li>Work with local Finance teams to build Indirect Tax calendar of filings, maintaining database of historic filing data, and keeping updated with VAT return filing and payment info.</li> <li>Responsible for calculating monthly accruals and reconciliation of indirect tax accounts to VAT return.</li> <li>Handle and respond to requests from the UK VAT Compliance senior manager and assist with tax audits including analysing various transactions and gathering of requested data.</li> <li>Assist Indirect Tax Manager with required registrations for all UK companies.</li> <li>Support UK VAT Senior Manager with ad-hoc projects and analysis as directed.</li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What you'll need:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>A minimum of 2 years proven experience in UK indirect tax compliance is essential.</li> <li>Excellent writing and communication skills in English.</li> <li>Advanced Microsoft Office skills.</li> <li>Attention to detail and ability to analyse large volumes of data.</li> <li>Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.</li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Who you are:</strong></span></p> <p><strong>You're open<em>:</em> </strong>We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.</p> <p><strong>You're optimistic<em>:</em></strong> <span id="628d56ad5d8a35dab853e65d9daa237c" class="editor-module-hl-green-solid">We believe</span> in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.</p> <p><strong>You're extraordinary:</strong> we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What we'll give you:</strong></span></p> <p><strong>Passionate, inspired people</strong> – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.</p> <p><strong>Scale and opportunity</strong> – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.</p> <p><strong>Challenging and stimulating work</strong> – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?</p> <p><span style="color: rgb(236, 240, 241);">#LI-Onsite&nbsp;</span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. 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