Tax Analyst - VAT

ABOUT US Tate & Lyle is on a journey of change, inspired by our purpose of Transforming Lives through the Science of Food. Today, we are a global leader in sweetening, texture and fortification products that remove calories and add fibre. Customers use our innovations to create healthier, tastier food and drink for billions of consumers. Across the world, we are unlocking the curiosity and courage in our people – to foster a truly experimental culture and create a tech-enabled, more agile, risk-ready operation. Join us to play your part in growing our business and its positive impact on communities, society and the planet.

Tate & Lyle Global Shared Services Centre in Łódź is the principal location for handling the business support activities and processes for Tate & Lyle, both transactional as well as value-added business partnering support. Starting operations in 2011 with less than 50 people, we now have over 350 employees supporting operations globally. We have 30 teams operating in Łódź to provide service in the areas of Finance, Customer Service, Procurement, HR/People Services, and IS/IT

ROLE PURPOSE The role supports VAT compliance across EMEA by preparing returns and reports, completing reconciliations and coordinating end-to-end VAT processes. It also includes process migrations, VAT training for other accounting teams and contributing to process improvements. It requires VAT expertise, proficiency in SAP and Excel, and clear communication in English.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and submit VAT returns for VAT registrations across EMEA.
• Reconcile monthly and quarterly VAT returns to the general ledger for European entities.
• Prepare and submit EC Sales Lists, Intrastat declarations and country-specific reports for Europe at the required intervals.
• Coordinate end-to-end VAT processes, including quality reviews, report submission, payments and reconciliations.
• Review procedures regularly and update them where needed.
• Support the migration of VAT processes from EU and non-EU countries.
• Work with relevant teams to resolve VAT queries, including those involving cross-border and chain transactions.
• Provide VAT compliance training to other accounting teams within GBS.
• Keep VAT knowledge current, focusing on developments affecting reporting and Tate & Lyle’s business.
• Contribute to departmental and cross-functional projects and initiatives.
• Coordinate and support responses to internal and external audit requests and queries.
• Complete assigned month-end closing activities within corporate deadlines.
• Support other day-to-day VAT compliance activities.

Skills and experience required

• One to two years’ experience in VAT accounting and VAT return reporting, ideally across several EU countries.
• Knowledge of EU and national VAT legislation, including cross-border and chain transactions.
• Working knowledge of SAP and other ERP systems, together with advanced Excel skills.
• A university degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field.
• English at B1–B2 level, with clear written and spoken communication.
• An independent approach to analysing processes and data, with effective problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• The ability to work collaboratively across cultures.

Advantages

• Experience with tax audits or tax authority queries.
• The ability to adapt modern tools and technology to improve processes and increase efficiency.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU As a business operating in 50 countries worldwide, we offer a global rewards package to all employees alongside a range of country-specific benefits. In addition to the flexible working policy, hybrid working model & competitive salary we offer:

• Extensive development opportunities and programs (vertical & horizontal promotions, foreign assignments, projects, broad range of internal & external training)
• Private medical care, including dental care
• MyBenefit Platform, including Multisport
• Lunch subsidy
• Work from home benefits package
• Languages assistance program
• Personal trainer
• Life Insurance
• LinkedIn Learning Platform access
• Employee Assistance Program (an online platform to support your well-being) and Mental Wellness University
• Possibility to participate in various programs & projects, including activities in Charity Team, First Aid Team, Emergency Team, Active Team and Eco Team
• Last but not least: Work in a welcoming, stimulating, and energetic environment where you can unleash your potential

At Tate & Lyle, we are committed to all our employees being seen, heard, and valued and thus, we value the contributions of people with unique backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Tate & Lyle is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.