Senior Manager – Indirect Tax Operations

Location: Luton UK

Competitive salary and benefits apply

Are you an experienced tax professional with a passion for global indirect tax compliance? AstraZeneca, a global, innovation-driven biopharmaceutical business, is seeking a Senior Manager to join our Global Indirect Tax team. This is your chance to shape strategy and make a tangible impact in one of the fastest growing and innovative FTSE 100 companies in the world. Help us accelerate towards our big purpose and impact patients' lives!

Accountabilities:

As a Senior Manager, you will support the development, implementation, and delivery of AstraZeneca’s global indirect tax compliance and risk management strategies. You will ensure AstraZeneca meets all its global indirect tax compliance obligations across all jurisdictions. You will manage indirect tax relationships with external advisors and service providers, support the business with managing indirect tax audits, and drive efficiencies in indirect tax processes. You will also provide advice on the indirect tax mappings and system setups in various systems and partner with the wider business to enhance and develop successful long-term relationships.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• International VAT compliance experience preferably Manager level at Big 4 or equivalent in-house.

• Detail-oriented with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to operate effectively and accurately in a deadline-driven fast-paced environment.

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) alongside the ability to collaborate well in large teams.

• Ability to manage and lead numerous complex projects and assignments.

• Ability to build strong relationships with cross-functional teams in a timely manner.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Recognized professional tax qualification e.g. CTA, chartered accountant, ACCA.

• VAT experience in the pharmaceutical industry.

• Experience using SAP and tax engine.

When we put diverse teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, we are more than just a pharmaceutical company. We are a community of forward-thinking individuals who are driven by the desire to innovate, challenge the status quo, and make a real difference in patients' lives. Our Enabling team is at the heart of this mission, providing the fuel that powers our rapidly growing enterprise. We offer countless opportunities for growth and development, rewarding success, and fostering an entrepreneurial spirit. If you're ready to take your career to new heights while making a meaningful impact, AstraZeneca is the place for you.

Ready to join our mission? Apply now and help us unlock the power of what science can do!

Date Posted

20-Sept-2024

Closing Date

10-Oct-2024Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.