BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. We are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!
BAT UKIS LOOKING FOR A CORPORATE TAX SPECIALIST
JOB TYPE: Permanent
FUNCTION:Finance
SALARY RANGE:competitive salary package + excellent benefits + market leading bonus
LOCATION:London, United Kingdom
Purpose Statement
To perform a range of corporate tax compliance and/or advisory work to support the effective management of BAT’s corporate tax position, including corporate tax liabilities, tax reporting, tax forecasting and ensuring compliance with all statutory positions.
To provide pro-active, high quality specialist advice, mentorship and expertise to complete tax management processes in areas such as corporation tax, transfer pricing, inter-company recharge management.
To demonstrate the business data capabilities in Global Business Services to provide valuable input to the group’s tax technology journey.
Key Accountabilities
- Responsibility for a portfolio of UK entities from a tax compliance perspective, this will include both outsourced entities (being a relationship manager of the external provider) and internally handled entities (completing compliance requirements internally).
- Provide proactive support in order to implement opportunities for improving tax management efficiency and to assist teams in delivering the global tax strategy.
- Identify and assess technology solutions to ensure that the UK corporate tax compliance processes are as efficient as possible.
- Find opportunities and implement for continuous improvement with regard to UK tax management processes and systems with a focus on efficiency through technology.
- Produce agreed UK management and statutory tax reporting data and analysis as part of core reporting and forecasting cycles.
- To sit on the tax technology committee and assist with the global journey to drive efficiencies and automation.
- Advise on specific aspects of corporate tax compliance and tax reporting management.
- Complete specialist corporate tax activities following agreed global standard processes and frameworks.
- Keep up to date with UK tax law changes that will impact the business and make recommendations in respect of such changes and related tax planning initiatives.
- Provide proactive support for the centralisation of taxation transactions e.g. global to local transfer pricing.
- Prepare and gain agreement to strategic, tactical and operating plans.
Contextual Information
I. Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Degree or equivalent experience educated with relevant professional accountancy/legal and tax qualification.
- Significant experience in a global FMCG or similar dynamic operating environment and a good understanding of the tobacco business.
- Effective working relationships with tax authorities.
- Ability to work under pressure and keep to timelines.
- Excellent corporate tax technical knowledge.
II. Working Relationship
Internal:
- Finance Business partners & specialist finance teams – consultation to provide specialist tax advice provide and collaborate to provide end to end finance delivery for regions / areas / end markets / functions.
External:
- External Auditors – to respond to queries and requests for information.
- Tax authorities – to respond to queries and requests for information.
- External service providers – e.g. accounting and legal firms.
BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER
Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
What we offer you?
• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.
We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.
We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.