Tax Analyst

I am delighted to bring to market an exclusive opportunity to join a leading global business who has a new permanent requirement. Our client is seeking an experienced Finance Analyst to join their team and work directly with the Director of Tax in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. This newly created role offers the opportunity to handle large volumes of complex data, leveraging advanced Excel skills and automating processes to drive efficiency.

Salary circa £45k + benefits including free parking and hybrid working.

You will be responsible for supporting the Director of Tax by transforming manual, resource-heavy processes into streamlined, automated workflows using advanced Excel techniques, including macros. This role requires someone with strong technical acumen, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for continuous improvement in financial data processes.


• Data Management & Analysis: Handle large, complex datasets, ensuring accuracy and consistency in reporting and analysis. Prepare and manipulate data sets for tax-related financial reports.
• Excel Expertise: Utilise advanced Excel functionalities (including formulas, macros, pivot tables, and VBA) to automate processes, streamline workflows, and enhance reporting capabilities.
• Collaboration with Director of Tax: Work closely with the Director of Tax to provide timely and accurate financial insights. Support with tax planning, compliance, and reporting activities.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and implement solutions that improve data accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness.
• Reporting & Presentation: Prepare financial models, tax reports, and presentations to facilitate strategic decision-making for senior leadership.
• Stakeholder Interaction: Liaise with cross-functional teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration in delivering tax-related financial analysis and reports.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in a finance analyst role, with a solid background in handling large datasets and working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Highly proficient in Excel, including advanced formulas, macros, pivot tables, and VBA. Experience in automating processes and streamlining workflows is essential.
• Strong ability to analyse and transform complex data into actionable insights. Experience in financial modelling and reporting is a plus.
• A track record of identifying inefficiencies in manual processes and successfully implementing automated, data-driven solutions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders and present data-driven insights.
• Ability to think critically and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Skills:
• Experience with tax-related financial data or working closely with tax departments.
• A background in accounting, finance, or economics.
• Familiarity with other financial tools or ERP systems is a bonus.

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