Tax Accountant - January start - 3 months

Brewer Morris; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking an interim Tax Accountant for 3 months in London, starting January 5th, 2026. The role involves preparing tax reconciliations, year-end reports, and reviewing VAT returns. Candidates must have a solid tax accounting background and be able to work 1-2 days per week in the office. This is an excellent opportunity to begin the year with a valuable role in the finance sector.

Qualifications

• Solid tax accounting background required.
• Hands-on experience with reporting requirements.
• Ability to review VAT returns.

Responsibilities

• Complete the year end internal reporting packs.
• Prepare tax reconciliations.
• Prepare tax provisions for group reporting.
• Prepare current and deferred tax notes for local statutory accounts.
• Review the VAT returns prepared by finance.

Skills

Tax accounting background

Experience with VAT reviews

Job description

Overview

Tax Accountant role for 3 months starting in the New Year, requires tax accounting duties for year end and VAT review, for this interim Tax Accountant role in London.

Supporting the Head of Tax for the UK&I operations, the interim Tax Accountant will start this role on the 5th January for a 3 months period, therefore, going through to Easter 2026.

Responsibilities

• Complete the year end internal reporting packs
• Prepare tax reconciliations
• Prepare tax provisions for group reporting
• Prepare current and deferred tax notes for the local statutory accounts
• Review the VAT returns prepared by finance

Qualifications

To be considered for this role it is essential to have a solid tax accounting background, be hands on in the reporting requirements, and be able to review VAT returns (preparation is not required).

Working Arrangements

Hybrid working is on offer with 1-2 days per week required in the central London office.

Availability

This is a great opportunity to start off 2026 in a role, taking you through to the Spring.

Contact Information

To discuss further please contact Amy Thomas at Brewer Morris E: [e-mail] T: 0207 332 9628.

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