Senior Consultant, VAT Consulting

Ryan, LLC; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A tax consultancy firm in the UK is seeking a VAT Accountant to analyze VAT recovery opportunities using bespoke software. The role involves preparing reports, coordinating projects, and maintaining compliance with VAT regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 2-5 years of relevant experience. This position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Home Office Stipend

Gym Membership or Equipment Reimbursement

Flexible Work Environment

Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service

Accelerated Career Path

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience as a VAT Accountant preferred.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office required.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze VAT recovery opportunities through bespoke software.
• Prepare formal correspondence to tax authorities.
• Coordinate VAT recovery projects with European partners.

Skills

VAT analysis

Data reporting in Excel

Microsoft Office proficiency

Business process documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

Responsibilities

• Regularly uses Ryan's bespoke software, eReview, to analyze large quantities of data to identify VAT recovery opportunities.
• Analyzes AP and General Ledger reports and reconciliations of the VAT General Ledgers to the VAT returns.
• Works with internal and client Information Technology personnel to extract Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) data.
• Visits client premises (both domestic and in some cases international) to extract invoices, verify accounting treatment of transactions and present reports.
• Prepares formal correspondence to the Tax Authorities on behalf of clients.
• Drafts reports for clients on results of VAT recovery projects.
• Prepares status reports, internal updates, project trackers, and related documentation.
• Coordinates VAT recovery projects with European partners.
• Maintains involvement with compliance projects such as VAT registration and VAT return preparation.
• Maintains involvement with Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and general business process reviews and documenting findings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent required. Two to five years of experience as a VAT Accountant is ideal, or two to five years accounting experience with a focus on VAT is required.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must have intermediate knowledge of the Microsoft® Office product suite, with an in-depth knowledge of reporting macros in Excel and Access. Certificates and Licenses: Valid driver's license required.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits
• Home Office Stipend
• Business Connectivity Reimbursement (Phone/Internet)
• Gym Membership or Equipment Reimbursement
• LinkedIn Learning Subscription
• Flexible Work Environment
• Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service
• Accelerated Career Path
• Award-Winning Culture & Community Outreach