Indirect Tax Manager

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the insurance sector is seeking an Indirect Tax Manager. The role involves managing VAT reconciliations and returns while collaborating with finance teams. This position offers an excellent benefits package and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

25 days of holiday

Annual bonus of around 10%

Qualifications

• Experienced in Indirect Tax Compliance with broad VAT knowledge.
• Recognized accounting qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review VAT account reconciliations and returns.
• Lead relationship with Finance Shared Service and oversee VAT accounting.
• Prepare consolidated group VAT returns for submission via HMRC.

Skills

Indirect Tax Compliance

VAT

Education

ACA

ATT

CTA

ACCA

Job description

Your new company

A brilliant organisation in the insurance sector is looking to recruit an Indirect Tax Manager. The company has a modern, collaborative culture and offers an excellent benefits package. The role involves attending the office two times per week and reporting directly to the Head of Tax. It is available on an interim/temporary basis for 6 months or as a permanent role for the right candidate.

Your new role

Reporting to the Head of Tax, you will be responsible for managing and reviewing VAT account reconciliations and returns. You will lead the relationship with Finance Shared Service, oversee VAT accounting across all group entities, and prepare consolidated group VAT returns for submission via HMRC. Additionally, you will support business projects and initiatives with transactional impacts, ensuring proper accounting, posting in the GL, and conducting post-implementation reviews.

Your main responsibilities

• Lead the monthly review of VAT account reconciliations prepared by Finance Shared Service, analyze discrepancies, and advise on remediation steps.
• Oversee quarterly legal entity VAT returns, ensuring accurate transaction inclusion and advising on treatment of new or non-standard transactions.
• Consolidate and file the quarterly VAT return to HMRC, ensuring timely payments and liabilities.
• Complete annual Partial Exemption Special Method and Capital Goods Scheme calculations.
• Prepare Error Correction Notifications (ECNs) to HMRC, evaluate supporting evidence, and coordinate remedial actions across the Group.
• Maintain the property Option to Tax register, prepare new notifications, and review property income from managing agents.
• Review supplier setup, third-party invoicing, intra-group services, and ensure adherence to processes and contractual terms, providing best practice advice.
• Review end-to-end VAT postings, reconciliations, and statements for accuracy, correcting errors, and recommending improvements.

What you'll need to succeed

You should be an experienced Indirect Tax Compliance professional with broad knowledge of VAT and indirect tax matters, ideally from a reputable accountancy practice or relevant industry experience. A recognized accounting qualification such as ACA, ATT, CTA, or ACCA is preferred. The role is open to contractors seeking a permanent position or those wishing to remain on a 6-month FTC.

What you'll get in return

This role offers an excellent benefits package. The interim position pays up to £500/day depending on experience. The permanent salary will reflect your experience, with an annual bonus of around 10%. The company requires attendance in their central Leeds office two days per week, offers 25 days of holiday (increasing with service), and other benefits.

What you need to do now

If you're interested, click 'apply now' to send your CV or contact William Loring for more information. If this role isn't suitable, contact us for a confidential career discussion.