Financial specialist (VAT Expert EMEA region)

Tesol Inc; Cowbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading compliance firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a VAT compliance expert to join their EMEA team. The successful candidate will manage VAT returns for the UK and Ireland, assist with registrations, and provide audit support. Ideal applicants will have professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, or CTA and possess strong accounting and Excel skills. This role requires autonomy and expertise in VAT compliance, particularly with Dutch or Belgian regulations.

Qualifications

• Professional qualifications in ACA, ACCA or CTA required.
• Must be VAT experts in compliance, not financial accountants.
• Strong accounting and reconciliation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit UK and Ireland VAT returns and related filings.
• Assist with VAT registrations across various jurisdictions.
• Provide internal and external audit support, including data analysis.

Skills

Strong accounting/reconciliation skills

Strong excel skills - pivot, vlookup

VAT compliance expertise

Time management

Experience with Dutch or Belgian VAT

Education

Professional qualifications in ACA, ACCA or CTA

Job description

Responsibilities

Working within the current EMEA compliance team:

• Prepare, review and submit UK and Ireland VAT returns and related filings such as EC Sales Listings;
• Prepare, review and submit Intrastat returns as necessary;
• Assist with VAT registrations across various jurisdictions;
• Prepare and submit ESL /ESPL, SAF_T returns as necessary
• Preparation and review of month-end account reconciliations
• Provide internal and external audit support, including data analysis;
• Assist with mapping VAT processes and identify areas for improvement;
• Assist with VAT compliance queries from Amazon businesses operating across Europe;

Mandatory Requirements

• Professional qualifications in ACA, ACCA or CTA
• VAT experts (compliance), not financial accountants
• Strong accounting/reconciliation skills
• Strong excel skills - pivot, vlookup
• Ability to time manage and work autonomously
• Experience in Dutch or Belgian VAT experience