Management Accountant: VAT & Systems Lead (UK & EU)

Vitae Financial Recruitment; Wembley; On-site; GBP 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Short walk from tube

Job summary

A leading financial recruitment agency is looking for a Management Accountant in Wembley, UK. This role involves producing accurate monthly management accounts, supervising an assistant, and enhancing financial reporting capabilities. The ideal candidate will hold an accountancy degree or relevant qualifications like ACCA/CIMA, possess strong VAT expertise, and have excellent organisational skills. This full-time position offers a salary of up to £65,000 per annum plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Accountancy degree and/or fully qualified ACCA, CIMA (or equivalent).
• Strong VAT expertise—preparation, submission, multi-entity VAT, and understanding of EU VAT/IOSS/import rules.
• Strong initiative with excellent organisational skills and rigorous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate, insightful monthly management accounts for UK and EU companies.
• Supervise and mentor the Assistant Management Accountant.
• Enhance ERP and reporting processes, driving smarter automation and better-quality data.
• Support annual audits, ensuring schedules and documentation are completed promptly.
• Lead on VAT preparation and submissions for UK & European entities.

Skills

VAT expertise

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

People management

Process improvement

Proactive mindset

Education

Accountancy degree

ACCA or CIMA qualification

Job description

A leading financial recruitment agency is looking for a Management Accountant in Wembley, UK. This role involves producing accurate monthly management accounts, supervising an assistant, and enhancing financial reporting capabilities. The ideal candidate will hold an accountancy degree or relevant qualifications like ACCA/CIMA, possess strong VAT expertise, and have excellent organisational skills. This full-time position offers a salary of up to £65,000 per annum plus benefits.