Job description
WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.
Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.
WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.
Our people are the key to our success. We’re committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.
Why we’re hiring:
This position will become an integral part of a dynamic and growing UK VAT compliance team in WPP, one of the top advertising firms in the world.
Experience in preparing UK VAT returns is essential, but in addition to that we are looking for individuals with an enthusiasm for delivering quality work, with a curiosity for getting into the detail of data and resolving queries, along with a sense of commercial awareness and a desire to develop their knowledge. Accuracy and consistency are important, along with good skills in using Microsoft excel. In return you will have the opportunity to develop your UK VAT knowledge deeper, collaborate with local SSC colleagues in ensuring transactions meet VAT reporting requirements, gain experience working with a variety of finance applications and a Big 4 developed VAT return tool, and be part of a new team created to support VAT compliance process for multiple agencies.
What you’ll be doing:
- Accurate preparation of UK VAT returns within required timeframes for multiple VAT registrations, following standard operating procedures.
- Deliver exceptional support to multiple UK agencies, building relationships and representing the VAT compliance team as a trusted service provider.
- Work with local Finance teams to build Indirect Tax calendar of filings, maintaining database of historic filing data, and keeping updated with VAT return filing and payment info.
- Responsible for calculating monthly accruals and reconciliation of indirect tax accounts to VAT return.
- Handle and respond to requests from the UK VAT Compliance senior manager and assist with tax audits including analysing various transactions and gathering of requested data.
- Assist Indirect Tax Manager with required registrations for all UK companies.
- Support UK VAT Senior Manager with ad-hoc projects and analysis as directed.
What you’ll need:
- A minimum of 2 years proven experience in UK indirect tax compliance is essential.
- Excellent writing and communication skills in English.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to analyse large volumes of data.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university.
Who you are:
You’re open : We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.
You’re optimistic : We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.
You’re extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.
What we’ll give you:
Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.
Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.
Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?
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We believe the best work happens when we’re together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That’s why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
