Tax Accountant (12-15 month fixed-term-contract)

Robertson Bell; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Are you a qualified accountant with a flair for VAT compliance?
Looking for a role where you can make a real impact during a time of transformation?
Want to be part of a friendly, values-led team in a purpose-driven organisation?

Robertson Bell is delighted to be partnering with a leading and well-respected housing association to recruit a Tax Accountant on a 12–15-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative finance team at a pivotal moment, following the implementation of a new ERP system (Unit 4 Agresso).

Key Responsibilities:

1. Deliver accurate and timely VAT returns and reconciliations.
2. Ensure compliance with VAT regulations and manage partial exemption calculations.
3. Support the identification and resolution of manual processes, embedding improvements in the new ERP system.
4. Handle ad hoc tax queries across VAT and potentially corporate tax.
5. Collaborate with finance teams including group reporting, business partnering, AP, and AR.

Why You Should Work Here:

1. Friendly, values-led culture – welcoming, supportive team with a collaborative approach.
2. Exciting projects – get involved in embedding a new ERP system and enhancing compliance processes.
3. Flexible working – hybrid model with 1–2 office days per week (West Ham Lane, London).
4. Purpose-driven work – be part of an organisation delivering critical services in the social housing sector.
5. No long hours – you’ll be engaged and busy, but with a realistic and balanced workload.

Person Specification:

1. Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with strong double-entry knowledge.
2. Experience: Significant VAT compliance experience, ideally including partial exemption. Strong background in preparing VAT returns and data analysis.
3. Sector: Social housing, not-for-profit, or public sector preferred but not essential. Private sector candidates welcome if open to a learning curve.
4. Systems: Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, vlookups, sumifs) essential. Unit 4 Agresso experience highly desirable.
5. Attributes: Team player, proactive, values-driven, and eager to contribute meaningfully.

Apply Now:

This is a great opportunity to join a respected housing association in a vital role. Applications close Monday 28th April, with interviews scheduled for week commencing 12th May.

Submit your CV today to be considered. Interviews may be booked before the deadline due to high demand, so don’t wait!