Global VAT Specialist - Compliance, Advisory & Automation

Computacenter; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Computacenter is seeking a Tax Accountant to join its Group Tax function, focusing on UK and international VAT compliance, VAT advisory support, tax accounting and process improvement. The role collaborates with finance, logistics, procurement and external advisers to ensure tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions while supporting business growth and maintaining a strong control environment.

You will combine technical tax knowledge with strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to

Qualifications

• Experience in VAT compliance and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of UK VAT legislation and practical application.
• Experience with international VAT compliance.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Advanced Excel skills and data reconciliation experience.
• Professional tax or accounting qualification (ATT, CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review UK VAT returns under MT Digital (MTD) requirements.
• Support foreign VAT returns across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage VAT reconciliations and general ledger postings.
• Assist VAT audits and respond to information requests.
• Collaborate with finance, logistics, procurement and external advisers.
• Identify VAT risks and drive process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Professional tax or accounting qualification (ATT, CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Computacenter is seeking a Tax Accountant to join its Group Tax function, focusing on UK and international VAT compliance, VAT advisory support, tax accounting and process improvement. The role collaborates with finance, logistics, procurement and external advisers to ensure tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions while supporting business growth and maintaining a strong control environment.

You will combine technical tax knowledge with strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to