Senior Tax Analyst

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We're looking for a Senior Tax Analyst to join our Finance team.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong tax experience who enjoys getting involved in a mix of compliance, reporting and advisory work. You'll work closely with colleagues across Finance and the wider business, helping to ensure we meet our tax obligations while supporting commercially sound decision-making.

The role offers plenty of variety and the opportunity to build relationships across the business while contributing to key tax projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
Preparing Corporation Tax returns and quarterly VAT returns
Supporting monthly, quarterly and year-end tax reporting requirements
Preparing PAYE Settlement Agreement calculations for the UK Group
Calculating tax accruals and supporting statutory reporting and tax disclosures
Maintaining tax forecasts and supporting budgeting activities
Working with Finance, Legal, Treasury and Risk teams to ensure tax considerations are reflected in business decisions
Supporting HMRC enquiries, audits and requests for information
Assisting stakeholders across the business with tax-related queries and providing practical guidance
Supporting key tax projects, including transfer pricing and Senior Accounting Officer requirements
Reviewing existing processes and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, controls and reporting

Essential Skills & Experience
Essential
Experience working in a tax, finance or accounting role
Strong working knowledge of UK taxation, particularly VAT and Corporation Tax
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
The ability to explain complex tax matters in a clear and straightforward way
Strong communication skills and the confidence to build relationships across the business
A proactive approach and willingness to challenge existing processes to drive improvements
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
Comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues and stakeholders
Desirable
Experience in tax compliance and tax accounting
Experience gained within an in-house tax team or accountancy practice
ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CTA or equivalent qualification, or currently studying towards one
Experience supporting tax projects and process improvement initiatives
Familiarity with SAP, Power BI, One Source or similar financial and tax reporting systems

What we offer

Rewards & Financial Benefits
Competitive pension scheme, Annual salary review and bonus scheme,  Give As You Earn (GAYE) scheme, Employee referral scheme (£1,000), Retail discounts programme, Gym Flex membership options, Cycle to Work scheme

Health & Wellbeing
Life Assurance, Health assessment options, Travel insurance, Critical illness cover, Personal accident insurance.

Time Off & Work–Life Balance
25 days' annual leave + an additional Celebration Day,  37.5 hour week, Monday to Friday, no weekends,  Holiday buy & sell scheme, Volunteer days, Time allocated for personal development, Study support (where applicable).

Workplace & On  -  Site Facilities
Free parking (limited) , EV charging points, Bike storage & shower facilities, Complimentary breakfast, Staff and social events

Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for an opportunity unless they exactly meet the criteria specified. At Ayvens we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, enjoyable and authentic workplace so if you are excited by this, or any role at Ayvens but your experience and current hours don't exactly align, we would encourage you to apply…