Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced VAT Accountant to join the Financial Management Service within the Resources Directorate. You will play a key role in delivering specialist VAT advice, ensuring compliance, and minimising financial risks while supporting the delivery of high-quality financial services. This is a vital role within a busy team supporting service managers and strategic leaders.

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert advice on VAT implications for projects and major developments. Manage all aspects of VAT and other non-payroll related taxation and planning to reduce liability and financial risk. Monitor the Council's VAT partial exemption position, ensuring compliance and completion of year-end calculations. Oversee and maintain the "Option to Tax" process. Provide strategic support to the Executive Director (Resources) in financial planning and reporting. Advise on VAT and taxation queries promptly and effectively. Represent the team at working groups, external partnerships, and special projects. Deliver accurate financial statements and reports to clients within agreed deadlines. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support effective financial management of services.

Key Requirements

Proven experience as a VAT Accountant or in a specialist taxation role. Strong knowledge of VAT legislation, accounting principles, and financial management practices. Experience advising on VAT in relation to projects, policies, and service plans. Ability to interpret and communicate complex financial information clearly. Strong stakeholder management and client-facing skills. Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities. Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) desirable.

Why Join Us?

Play a pivotal role in ensuring financial compliance and effective tax management. Work in a collaborative, professional, and supportive finance team. Exposure to strategic financial management and high-level projects. Competitive daily rate and opportunity to contribute to high-impact financial outcomes.

Pre-employment Requirements

Valid Passport or Photo ID to prove Right to Work in the UK. National Insurance Number.

How to Apply

If you are a detail-focused finance professional with specialist VAT knowledge, we would love to hear from you.

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Send your CV directly to:

adarsh.thomas@centurionstaunch.co.uk

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Reference ID: RQ1590566

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: 24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week