Tax Specialist – Corporate Tax & Transfer Pricing (12 month FTC)
At Primark, we put people first.
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Finance at Primark
A career at Primark is about making a positive impact, having unique experiences, and working with great people. We value individuality and encourage you to own your career and develop in ways you never expected.
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What You'll Get
We provide a supportive environment for our employees to excel.
* Healthcare, pension, and potential bonus
* 27 days of leave, plus bank holidays
* Option to buy 5 extra days off
* Tax Saver Tickets
* Fitness centre membership
* Subsidised cafeteria
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Job Description
Responsibilities
1. Collaborate with various teams to support corporation tax compliance cycle and ensure timely provision of information to external advisors for local tax returns.
2. Work closely with the Financial Reporting team on tax charges and tax notes/disclosures for statutory financial statements.
3. Support tax reporting to ABF plc for budget, forecasts, and year-end.
4. Prepare information for group auditors at half-year and year-end.
5. Review and instruct relevant tax payments on account to tax authorities.
6. Stay up-to-date with changes in tax law and practice across all jurisdictions.
7. Engage positively with tax advisors and authorities to maintain Primark's good reputation.
8. Prepare filings and documentation for transfer pricing obligations.
9. Liaise with external advisors on fees and raise purchase orders for payments.
10. Prepare and post period-end accruals for various taxes.
11. Support tax audits across all countries.
12. Ensure proper books and records are held for tax purposes in all jurisdictions.
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Requirements
Key Skills and Qualifications
* Tax qualification (AITI, CTA or equivalent)
* Accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CPA or equivalent) desirable
* 3+ years relevant experience (retail industry experience an advantage)
* Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to effectively prioritise projects and deliverables
* Excellent planning and organisation skills, ability to multi-task, plan, and prioritise work schedule
* Excellent attention to detail and ability to analyse high volumes of data
* Proven ability in managing sensitive matters and ensuring confidentiality
* Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal/communication skills
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About Primark
At Primark, people matter. We're Caring, Dynamic, and succeed Together.