Senior VAT Accountant: Lead Global VAT & Compliance

Robertson Bell; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A mission-driven organization in London is seeking a Senior VAT Accountant to shape VAT strategy and ensure tax compliance across a diverse group structure. The ideal candidate will have a full professional accounting qualification and strong experience in VAT accounting and HMRC compliance. You'll prepare VAT returns, improve processes, and support international expansion. This role presents varied and challenging work with opportunities for professional collaboration and career development.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in VAT accounting, including HMRC compliance and filing.
• Proven ability to take ownership of end-to-end VAT processes and drive improvements.
• Experience interpreting and implementing external VAT advice and legislation changes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file quarterly VAT returns to HMRC and foreign jurisdictions.
• Ensure accurate monthly reconciliations of income, sales tax, and recoverable expenditure.
• Review and improve existing processes, introducing best practices and efficiencies.
• Lead year-end VAT accounting, liaising with auditors to ensure complete and accurate reporting.

Skills

VAT accounting

HMRC compliance

Cross-team collaboration

Communication skills

Planning

Education

Full professional accounting qualification

Job description

A mission-driven organization in London is seeking a Senior VAT Accountant to shape VAT strategy and ensure tax compliance across a diverse group structure. The ideal candidate will have a full professional accounting qualification and strong experience in VAT accounting and HMRC compliance. You'll prepare VAT returns, improve processes, and support international expansion. This role presents varied and challenging work with opportunities for professional collaboration and career development.