THE ROLE
An inclusive, innovative global FMCG business supported by 25,000 employees is looking for a driven and detail-oriented professional to join our Group Tax Reporting Team—a pivotal part of our finance function that sits at the heart of strategic decision-making.
In this role, you’ll be instrumental in delivering the full annual cycle of external and internal tax reporting, including half-year and year-end financial disclosures, effective tax rate analysis, and cash tax forecasting. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, gain exposure to senior stakeholders, and play a key role in shaping how we report and plan for tax across the group.
PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
- The preparation of the group’s effective tax rate calculations, deferred tax calculations, and Group Accounts tax disclosures in line with IFRS requirements.
- Coordinating the tax reporting data collection from subsidiaries.
- Reporting, monitoring and analysing the Group’s tax charge.
- Supporting the subsidiaries in any tax reporting related issues.
- In-year and future year ETR and cash-tax forecasting.
- Managing audit process.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
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Technical Expertise: Strong accounting knowledge and hands-on experience in tax reporting, compliance, and/or statutory reporting—ideally in an international environment. ACCA qualification or equivalent is a plus.
Tax & Reporting Proficiency: Solid experience in CIT calculations for both local and group purposes, along with a deep understanding of complex group tax reporting and consolidation processes.
Analytical & Business Acumen: Demonstrates excellent numerical skills and a sound business sense, with the ability to critically assess and improve tools and processes while supporting business development.
Tech-Savvy: Advanced computer skills, particularly in Excel and SAP, with the ability to leverage technology for efficient reporting and analysis.
Communication & Collaboration: Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders.
Adaptability & Leadership: Proven ability to multitask, manage tight deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Brings a continuous improvement mindset and strong leadership capabilities.
WHAT WE OFFER
In return for playing your part in building our future, you will receive a comprehensive compensation package with salary, bonus scheme and further benefits as well inspiring places to work and collaborate with purpose. Here at Imperial we will give you the opportunity to grow and learn, innovate at pace and be a part of our purpose to forge a path to a healthier future for moments of relaxation and pleasure for our consumers.
EVERYONE BELONGS
Everyone belongs in Imperial. We are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, sexual orientation, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence. We give fair and equal consideration to all our applicants. Please contact us at recruitment@impbrands.com to let us know if we can provide support in helping you complete an application and/or attend an interview.
ABOUT US
We're a truly international company, fourth largest in our industry and operating across 120 markets. An inclusive, innovative global FMCG business supported by 25,000 employees. As we embrace a new era of growth, we are transforming. Our ways of working and culture are driven by a challenger mindset, constantly questioning the status quo where people can bring their best selves to work. Our agility and collaboration are driving our ambitions, innovation and success all supported by our award-winning development programmes that creates exciting and rewarding career opportunities for all. Encouraging inclusion at local levels and supporting a developing and robust diversity agenda globally, we’re fully committed to creating and maintaining an environment that celebrates and respects difference.
As a matter of policy, Imperial Tobacco or its subsidiaries never requests or requires payment as part of any recruitment process.