VAT Specialist

Landsec; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled tax professional to manage VAT positions and ensure compliance. This dynamic role involves preparing VAT returns, advising on property transactions, and implementing VAT automation. Join a dedicated team in a company that prioritizes sustainability and community impact, while offering a comprehensive benefits package that supports work-life balance and professional growth. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the real estate sector.

Benefits

Performance bonuses

Generous leave

Pension contributions

Private healthcare

Share plans

Volunteering days

Health and wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• Experience managing VAT positions effectively and efficiently.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly VAT returns.
• Review internal VAT risk controls and processes.

Skills

VAT group registrations

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Experience with D365

Job description

We are Landsec, a leading real estate company in Europe, specializing in building and investing in buildings, spaces, and partnerships to create sustainable places, connect communities, and realize potential.

We are committed to shaping a better future by leading our industry in environmental and social sustainability, delivering value for shareholders, providing great experiences for guests, and fostering positive community impact.

The Role:

This position requires combining technical tax expertise with business acumen to manage the group's VAT position effectively and efficiently.

The Location:

This role is based in London, Victoria, with a requirement to work in the office 3 days a week.

The Team:

You will be part of a tax team, reporting to the Head of Tax, alongside three other tax professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation and submission of monthly and quarterly VAT returns.
• Ensuring timely payment of VAT liabilities.
• Gathering relevant information from accounting, finance, and commercial teams to prepare VAT returns.
• Reviewing internal VAT risk controls, record keeping, and processes.
• Implementing VAT structure simplifications and supporting the testing and deployment of VAT automation software.
• Providing VAT-related advice on property transactions to the business.
• Setting up new VAT registrations and de-registrations for entities as needed.
• Preparing and submitting corporate and partnership tax returns for group entities.
• Supporting general tax compliance and advisory projects.

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Experience with VAT group registrations.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills and task-oriented determination.
• Experience with D365 is desirable.

Life and Benefits at Landsec

We offer a comprehensive benefits package supporting work-life balance, professional growth, and community involvement, including performance bonuses, generous leave, pension contributions, private healthcare, share plans, volunteering days, and health and wellbeing programs.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Landsec, we value diversity and inclusion, striving to reflect community diversity and empower our employees. We are committed to accessibility and encourage applicants requiring adjustments to contact us at [e-mail].