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Tax Accountant

Mackie Myers
Posted 7 days ago, valid for 8 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Contract type

Full Time

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  • This temporary position for a Tax Accountant involves supporting VAT compliance, financial reporting, and ERP system implementation.
  • Candidates should have a strong accounting and tax knowledge with a focus on VAT principles and ideally some experience in the housing sector.
  • The role requires a detail-oriented and self-motivated individual who can manage multiple priorities within tight deadlines.
  • The position offers a competitive salary and is structured as a 15-month contract with the possibility of extension.
  • The work environment promotes collaboration and offers hybrid working, requiring only one day a week in the office.
Summary   

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Tax Accountant to support VAT compliance, financial reporting, and ERP system implementation within a fast-paced, project-focused environment. This temporary role offers hands-on involvement in tax processes, system improvements, and cross-department collaboration.

   Our Client An established and forward-thinking organisation operating in a diverse and complex sector. Known for their commitment to professional standards and collaborative working culture, they offer a supportive environment where employees are encouraged to grow their expertise and make a meaningful contribution.The Role As a Temporary Tax Accountant (Projects), you will support the implementation of a new ERP system and contribute to refining tax processes, particularly around VAT reporting and compliance.
  • Assist in the embedding of new VAT procedures within the ERP system
  • Analyse and report VAT exceptions and errors for resolution
  • Provide advice and guidance on VAT processes and correct accounting methods
  • Process departmental requests ensuring accurate tax set-ups
  • Prepare and reconcile VAT Returns for review and submission
  • Support tax reporting for audits and corporate tax submissions
  • Respond to general tax queries and provide key financial information
Main Duties You will play a pivotal role in ensuring tax accuracy, supporting process improvement and working closely with internal stakeholders.
  • Maintain accurate tax records and reconcile VAT Returns to the general ledger
  • Assist with corporation tax return preparation and payment calculations
  • Contribute to external audit processes by supplying financial information
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, regulations, and tax legislation
  • Liaise with external auditors when required
  • Promote effective governance and risk management in tax processes
The Successful Candidate The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and comfortable managing multiple priorities within tight deadlines.
  • Qualified with strong accounting and tax knowledge
  • Good knowledge of VAT principles (including partial exemption)
  • Housing sector or property development knowledge
  • Organised, proactive and able to work independently and in a team
  • IT literate with good MS Office skills; intermediate Excel essential
  • Experience with Unit4/Agresso/Business World is desirable
What’s on offer?
  • Hybrid working pattern, only 1 day a week in the office in a convenient location with excellent public transport links
  • Competitive salary
  • Temporary 15 month contract with potential for extension
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Opportunity to work on major financial projects and systems
  • Experience working with senior tax and within a tax team

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.