Assistant Accountant VAT

Accountant - VAT (Indirect Tax)

Our client, one of the world's leading and most dominant businesses in the industry, is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join their wider finance team of around 16 professionals. This role focuses on VAT compliance and multi-currency payment processing within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. No two days will be the same, and as a result of further business growth, your development and professional progression will in turn benefit alongside.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual VAT and other regulatory returns.
• Review and correct Purchase Ledger VAT postings.
• Create weekly multi-currency payment run files.
• Generate supplier payment reports for regulatory bodies.
• Maintain and update procedural documentation.
• Meet tight reporting deadlines while managing high data volumes.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• AAT or ATT qualified or studying towards ACCA or equivalent.
• VAT return experience; overseas VAT knowledge is advantageous.
• It would be desirable if you had previous Purchase Ledger experience and multi-currency payments, but not mandatory.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel functions.

Benefits:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Hybrid-working, 2 days working from home typical
• Free on-site parking
• 10% bonus scheme in recognition of your hard work (once targets met)
• Other benefits to be discussed at interview