Tax Accountant

Job Description

Company description:Over the past few years, LKQ Euro Car Parts has developed into something that is much more than the leading distributor of car and LCV parts. While we continue to focus on our customers across our three key markets (trade, retail and collision), stockingover 100,000 different parts and operating from 280 branches across the UK and the Republic of Ireland, our key focus is on our colleagues – we recognize that our people are our greatest asset.We currently employ over 9,000 colleagues; from logistics and supply chain, to indoor or field based sales, or finance and legal, to marketing, communications and HR - the world really is your oyster when you work for LKQ Euro Car Parts.As part of LKQ Europe and wider LKQ Corporation, a Fortune 500 company and market leader, there are ample opportunities for ambitious individuals to flourish and grow; both personally and professionally.Developing our people is part of our core values at LKQ Euro Car Parts; you don’t just get a job, you get a career when you work with us. Our teams are committed to championing your success, because when you deliver great, so do we.Job description:Job OverviewA hybrid working position with two days a week required in the Tamworth Head Office.We are pleased to present a newly created position for a Tax Accountant to join the UK and ROI tax team. This is a great opportunity for a newly qualified Tax Specialist who is eager to develop their career within a company that is part of a multinationalgroup. This is a broad role encompassing accounting, direct and indirect taxation.Why work for LKQWe are a people first organisation – for our colleagues, the customer is at the heart of everything we do, and in turn we put our colleagues at the forefront of our business. As with many of our roles, we are happy to talk about flexible working options,we are committed to supporting a healthy work-life balance. We’re looking for people who love what they do, are passionate about delivering only the very best and make it their business to excel, whatever their role. We strive to support all our employeesthrough their individual career paths and thrive within our business.Key Responsibilities

• Managing the preparation and filing of the outsourced corporation tax returns.
• Prepare the quarterly instalment payment calculations.
• Optimisation of capital allowance claims/other relevant tax incentive areas.
• Support the US and UK year-end tax reporting process, including preparation of the group’s tax disclosures and tax provisions.
• Support with Head Office requests and queries.
• Assisting with HMRC enquiries.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of VAT returns, ensuring accurate reconciliation to the control accounts.
• Dealing with Head Office information requests.
• Business partnering. Provide advice and guidance to all business areas regarding tax treatments.
• Support the development of appropriate compliance training for employees enhancing knowledge across the business.
• Maintain appropriate tax records and actively contributing to the development and enhancement of tax processes and controls.
• Ad hoc project work

Skills and Experience

• Professionally qualified in tax or accountancy, or someone with in-house tax experience to further develop their corporate skills
• Methodical and process driven mind set
• Good verbal and written communicator
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Proactiveon approach
• A proactive approach to work and managing varied workload with ability to prioritise effectively

What we offerFlexible workingAnnual bonusEnhanced parental benefitsEAPPension25 days annual leaveHapi-benefits (retail discount)Staff discountLKQ Euro Car Parts sits at the heart of the automotive aftermarket, supplying an unrivalled range of vehicle parts to over 18,000 customers through a world-class logistics operation in the UK and Ireland. But we’re so much more than just a parts supplier– we lead the market through innovative digital and service offerings, supporting our customers every step of the way as they prepare for the future. If you want to start your career with LKQ Euro Car Parts apply now.

Keyskills :
Indirect Taxation Direct Taxation