UK Corporate Tax Associate

About the role

Join our Global Tax Team to manage UK corporation tax compliance and support our internal tax governance framework. You will collaborate with Finance and Legal departments to provide technical guidance and ensure accurate financial reporting within an international business setting. This position places you at the intersection of technical regulation and strategic business decision-making, where your analysis will directly influence the integrity of our tax positions. You will own the end-to-end lifecycle of specific UK tax compliance obligations, transforming complex rules into actionable processes. The role requires a proactive mindset to identify issues before they escalate and to communicate solutions clearly to non-tax stakeholders. You will be accountable for maintaining the control environment that underpins our financial statements and regulatory submissions.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Execute the preparation and technical review of UK corporation tax returns, including the detailed computations and narrative sections within CT600 filings, alongside the associated QIPs.
• Process and record tax accounting entries for deferred tax and current tax provisions, applying the principles of both US GAAP and IFRS to ensure consistency across reporting lines.
• Conduct in-depth analysis to uncover and evaluate potential tax opportunities and risks specific to R&D claims, capital allowances structures, group relief optimization, and the constraints of corporate interest restrictions.
• Act as the internal owner for tax governance standards, overseeing the maintenance of controls and documentation related to the Chief Compliance Officer and Senior Accounting Officer duties, while acting as a liaison for all HMRC engagements.
• Provide daily expert advice on matters of withholding taxes, transfer pricing policies, and the tax implications of cross-border transactions to support commercial initiatives.
• Lead the response to HMRC inquiries, managing the resolution workflow and ensuring timely and accurate communication with external advisors as well as internal finance and legal teams.
• Monitor changes in the UK tax landscape and assess the impact of new legislation on current and future business operations, translating these insights into practical guidance for stakeholders.
• Coordinate the maintenance of technical tax files and ensure that all supporting documentation is robust, retrievable, and aligned with audit requirements.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to elevate the tax knowledge within the business, ensuring that non-tax teams understand the fundamentals of UK corporation tax compliance.
• Drive the continuous improvement of tax processes, leveraging technology and automation to increase efficiency and reduce the risk of manual error in repetitive tasks.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline, demonstrating a foundational understanding of financial principles.
• Bring a minimum of 3 years of professional experience in UK corporate tax, gained either within an in-house function or within a practice environment such as an accounting firm.
• Show proficiency in UK corporate tax law, including a detailed knowledge of the relevant statutes, case law, and HMRC guidance relevant to corporate entities.
• Exhibit advanced proficiency in Excel, capable of building complex models, performing detailed reconciliations, and ensuring accuracy in large datasets.
• Communicate fluently in English, both in written reports and verbal discussions, to articulate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrate the ability to handle multiple tasks and strict deadlines in a high-speed environment, maintaining composure under pressure.
• Adhere to strict confidentiality and data protection standards in all interactions concerning financial and tax information.
• Work independently with minimal supervision, taking full ownership of assigned tasks from initiation through to completion and sign-off.

Nice to have

• Hold a professional certification such as CTA, ACCA, or ACA, either completed or currently underway, which provides a structured understanding of advanced tax principles.
• Possess a background working in a multinational in-house tax department or within a Big Four accounting firm, exposing you to complex international tax scenarios.
• Show familiarity with international tax developments like Pillar Two and current tax governance obligations, understanding how these frameworks interact with domestic compliance.

Skills & tools

• UK Corporation Tax
• CT600
• IFRS
• US GAAP
• Excel
• Tax Governance (SAO/CCO)

Practical notes

• Benefits include an employee pension scheme, health insurance, critical illness cover, and a flexible benefits program.
• We operate a hybrid work model requiring 3 days per week in the office and 2 days working from home.
• Farfetch is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants who require them.