LIGHTSOURCE BP

Lightsource bp is a global leader in the development and management of solar energy projects. We are a 50:50 joint venture with bp with a mission to help drive the world’s transition to low carbon energy.

With solar set to increase tenfold in the next 20 years, we are well-positioned to capitalise on this growth. By joining the Lightsource bp team, you will ‘be the change’ on the world’s energy transition to a more sustainable future.

We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit as we continue to push the boundaries of an ever-changing energy landscape. By choosing a career with us, you can expect a challenging and fulfilling role surrounded by people who are passionate and have brilliant ideas about sustainable technology, innovation and making the world a better place.

SUMMARY

The VAT Analyst will be part of the ever-growing global Tax team and take responsibility for preparing and submitting Lightsource bp entities’ VAT returns and other indirect tax reports initially in the UK, with potential addition of further countries in the Northern European region (e.g. Ireland, Netherlands). The role will also include VAT reconciliation and assistance with the implementation of the new ERP system and other indirect tax software in the countries covered by the role.

The VAT Analyst will work closely with the wider Tax and Finance teams and provide support to the Indirect Tax Manager in VAT audits, due diligence workstreams, new VAT registrations and VAT groupings in the UK (and potentially other countries of responsibility).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

• Extract and analyse VAT data, prepare and submit VAT returns and other related filings (such as Single Market reporting in EU countries);
• Ensure funds are available and arrange VAT payments with Transactional team;
• Perform month-end reconciliations of VAT accounts and required journal postings;
• Ensure compliance tracking tool is kept up-to-date;
• Ensure VAT records are maintained;
• Assist with the implementation of SAP and other indirect tax technology;
• Assist with VAT queries in relation to operations of the business in countries of responsibility;
• Support the Indirect Tax Manager in in-housing VAT compliance from the current external service providers countries outside the UK;
• Support the Indirect Tax Manager with internal and external VAT audits;
• Support the Indirect Tax Manager with new VAT registrations and VAT groupings / de-groupings;
• Support the Indirect Tax Manager in monitoring changes to VAT legislation and identifying any resulting impact on the business.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Relevant experience in VAT compliance in a practice or an in-house role (ideally working within a multi-national company)
• Knowledge of UK and EU VAT (e.g. concept of reverse charge)
• Experience of VAT accounting/reconciliations
• Excellent working knowledge of Excel
• Experience of working unsupervised on day-to-day responsibilities
• Experience of working under pressure towards tight deadlines
• Working experience in SAP beneficial but not essential
• Good command of English
• Knowledge of any other, particularly Northern European, languages would be an advantage

PERSONAL QUALITIES 

• Ability to work well under pressure on multiple priorities and to critical deadlines
• Flexible approach in a fast-paced business which is constantly changing
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as part of a team
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal, communication and numeracy skills
• Good analytical skills, inquisitive nature and willing to ask probing questions in order to understand transactions
• Strong commercial mindset
• Self-motivated, pro-active and hardworking nature
• Positive, people led mindset and inclusive way of working 

WHY YOU'LL WANT TO WORK FOR US

Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow, a place where your ideas and opinions matter. 

Be you

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.

Be responsible

Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity.  

Be recognized

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension and other local benefits. 

Be inspired

Beyond your day-to-day working life at Lightsource bp, there’s a variety of initiatives that will contribute to your own personal development. Initiatives to get involved with including our charitable causes, or supporting our solar honey project.