Alexander Daniels are recruiting for an experienced Assistant Financial Accountant (VAT) to join a successful manufacturing business in the West Midlands. The successful candidate will be supporting the Tax Manager in delivering on-time, accurate and compliant taxation filings with a focus on Indirect Taxes.
Key Accountabilities:
- To provide clean and accurate data to external service providers on a timely basis and resolve any queries so that returns can be submitted on time and in full
- Payment of taxes to tax authorities will be on a timely basis
- Banking procedures and internal approvals processes
- Support the timely and effective implementation of existing and new legislation
- The post-holder will build and maintain technical skills and knowledge through the completion of their Accounting or Tax qualification and by completing evidenced CPD.
- Prepare tax returns for review by Line Manager in line with local regulations
- Procedures and manuals related to tax returns will be maintained
- Ensure all tax return submissions are supported by accurate documentation.
- Ensure all General Ledger tax accounts for span of control are reconciled each month
Experience / Knowledge
- Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in indirect Taxation gained in either Practice or Industry (desirable)
- Experience dealing with tax in a multinational business environment (desirable)
- Intermediate data analysis skills in Excel
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite applications.
- Double entry knowledge
Education / Qualifications
- Part-qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or ATT