Indirect Tax Accounting Manager

Our client is a leading provider of comprehensive insurance solutions, committed to delivering exceptional service to their clients.
They are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Indirect Tax Accounting Manager to join their finance team in Leeds.

The role will report into the head of Indirect Tax and will have primary responsibility and ownership of the management and review of VAT account reconciliations and returns, as well as leading on the relationship with Finance Shared Service in overseeing the VAT accounting across all group entities.

The position could suit either a qualified accountant with experience working in conduit with an outsourced shared service function, or an experienced Indirect Tax professional seeking an in house role where they will have responsibility for group compliance.
Key Responsibilities:

• VAT Account Reconciliation: Lead the monthly review of VAT account reconciliations, ensuring any differences are identified and addressed.
• Quarterly VAT Returns: Oversee the quarterly VAT returns for legal entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with VAT regulations. Advise on the treatment of new or unusual transactions.
• Group VAT Return Filing: Consolidate and file the VAT group's quarterly return to HMRC, ensuring timely submission and payment.
• Annual Calculations: Complete annual calculations for Partial Exemption Special Method and Capital Goods Scheme.
• Error Corrections: Prepare Error Correction Notifications (ECNs) for HMRC, evaluate supporting evidence, and coordinate necessary corrections.
• Property VAT Management: Maintain the property Option to Tax register, prepare new notifications, and review property income.
• Supplier and Invoicing Review: Ensure proper setup and review of suppliers, third-party invoicing, and intra-group services. Advise on best practices.
• Motability VAT Management: Review and correct Motability VAT postings and statements, suggesting improvements as needed.
• Process Improvement: Coordinate ongoing improvements in VAT reporting and audit processes.
• Risk Management: Record tax and non-tax risks, and support resolution efforts with the Head of Indirect Tax.

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + Excellent benefits
Benefits include:

• Hybrid working - 2 days required in the office per week
• 9% employer contributed pension.
• 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and breakdown, optional Health and Dental insurance
• Up to 10% annual bonus.
• 25 days holiday (rising by 1 each year to 28) + buy or sell up to 5 days.

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