VAT Accountant

4734615
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Leeds
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Vat And Indirect Tax
  • Industry

    Retail & Consumer Goods
  • Pay

    Up to £50000 +benefits

VAT Accountant – well-established and rapidly expanding organisation – Leeds

Your New Organisation


Join a well-established and rapidly expanding organisation that values innovation, quality and teamwork. You will be part of a dedicated and high-performing tax team within a broader Group Finance function, working across a diverse and dynamic business environment. The company is focused on fostering a culture of collaboration and professional development, providing access to experienced colleagues and continuous learning opportunities.

Your New Role

This role is a vital part of the tax team, responsible for ensuring the Group complies with all tax reporting, filing, and payment obligations related to indirect taxes. You will also contribute to improving the Group’s tax control environment and provide valuable tax insights to support wider business projects.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Assisting with the preparation of tax disclosures for Group and subsidiary statutory accounts
  • Preparing and submitting corporation tax returns for Group companies
  • Preparing UK VAT returns
  • Reviewing and enhancing the Group’s tax control processes and maintaining supporting documentation
  • Offering tax advice and support on various projects alongside the Head of Tax

What You'll Need to Succeed

We are seeking a tax professional who is fully qualified or part-qualified with a minimum of two years of experience in a tax-focused role, either within industry or professional services. You will have:

  • Strong knowledge of corporate tax and experience preparing tax disclosures for statutory accounts
  • Qualifications such as CTA, ACA, ACCA (or part-qualified)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong numeracy and analytical skills with the ability to clearly interpret complex information
  • Ideally, experience with VAT returns, Alphatax software, or preparing tax disclosures under IFRS (not essential)

What You'll Get in Return

You will receive a competitive salary of up to £50,000, a hybrid working arrangement and various benefits. The organisation is committed to investing in your ongoing professional development through training and mentoring. You will work within a supportive and forward-thinking team where your contributions will be valued and have a genuine impact on the business.

What You Need to Do Now

If you're interested in this VAT accountant job in Leeds, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call 0161 237 3388 to discuss the job in more detail.

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