Senior Indirect Tax Manager, UK&I

at  Sodexo

Job Introduction As a Senior Indirect Tax Manager at Sodexo in Salford, you are not just an expert in your field, but also a key player in shaping our financial landscape. In this role, you’ll lead the UK & ROI Indirect Tax advisory, ensuring compliance and minimising tax risk. You will be instrumental in supporting complex indirect tax projects and queries. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
Embark on a journey where your professional skills in indirect tax management are valued and expanded. Engage in a dynamic environment that challenges your expertise, encourages continuous learning, and offers the opportunity to influence financial strategies across the UK and Ireland. Your impact will extend beyond numbers, contributing significantly to our company’s success and compliance integrity.

What you’ll do:

• Lead business partnering with segments in relation to Indirect Tax.
• Provide expert advice on indirect tax issues across various regions including the UK, Ireland, Falkland Islands, Cyprus, and more.
• Act as the technical lead on complex advisory projects, supporting the Tax Director with ongoing projects and ad hoc queries.
• Oversee and manage VAT health checks and deep dives to minimise risk and identify opportunities.
• Ensure accurate final review and sign-off of Sodexo Group and Sodexo Ireland’s VAT returns.
• Drive improvements in indirect tax processes and systems.
• Manage internal controls, HMRC processes, tax authority audits, and indirect tax disclosures.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject, 2:1 minimum.
• CiOT qualification preferred.
• Experience in a Big 4 public accounting firm.
• Minimum 10 years of indirect tax experience in multi-national organisations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and demands efficiently.
• Desirable: In-depth knowledge in VAT for retail, healthcare, and education sectors; proficiency in VAT return software and systems like SAP, HFM.

What you’ll do:

• Lead business partnering with segments in relation to Indirect Tax.
• Provide expert advice on indirect tax issues across various regions including the UK, Ireland, Falkland Islands, Cyprus, and more.
• Act as the technical lead on complex advisory projects, supporting the Tax Director with ongoing projects and ad hoc queries.
• Oversee and manage VAT health checks and deep dives to minimise risk and identify opportunities.
• Ensure accurate final review and sign-off of Sodexo Group and Sodexo Ireland’s VAT returns.
• Drive improvements in indirect tax processes and systems.
• Manage internal controls, HMRC processes, tax authority audits, and indirect tax disclosures

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Access to ongoing training and development programs
• Countless opportunities to grow within the compan