Group Tax Accountant (VAT) - Real Estate

Global Accounting Network; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK-based real estate investment firm is seeking a Group Tax Accountant for their London office. The successful candidate will manage VAT and direct tax compliance, ensure timely submissions, and collaborate with finance teams. Strong experience in VAT compliance and understanding of accounting principles necessary for this position. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on compliance and governance.

Qualifications

• Background in VAT compliance.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience working with large, multi-entity group structures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance for VAT, PAYE, and CIS across the group.
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns.
• Assist with end-to-end tax compliance process for group entities.
• Manage correspondence with HMRC.
• Prepare tax disclosures for annual financial statements.
• Collaborate with finance teams and external advisors.
• Contribute to development of tax governance.
• Support management of tax risk framework.

Skills

VAT compliance

Experience with large, multi-entity group structures

Understanding of accounting principles

Financial reporting

Job description

A well known UK based property and real estate investment group is looking to recruit a Group Tax Accountant, for their west London office. The role is a mix of VAT and direct taxes.

Skills/experience required:

• Background in VAT compliance.
• Experience working with large, multi-entity group structures.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.

Main responsibilities:

• Oversee compliance for VAT, PAYE, and CIS across the group.
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns.
• Assist with the end-to-end tax compliance process, including preparation and submission of UK corporation tax and non-resident landlord returns for a large portfolio of entities.
• Manage correspondence and interactions with HMRC.
• Prepare tax-related disclosures for inclusion in annual statutory financial statements.
• Collaborate with internal finance teams and external advisors on various projects and transactions.
• Contribute to the development and reinforcement of tax governance and internal controls.
• Support the ongoing management of the group's tax risk framework.