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Job Posted: 20 days ago

Salary: £ 55,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: BN17, Wick, West Sussex

Expire in: 8 days

Job Description

Lead Accountant – Indirect Tax
Location: Littlehampton, West Sussex (Onsite)
Salary: £55,000–£65,000
Type: Full-time, Permanent

My client, a global manufacturing and technology business, is looking for a Lead Accountant – Indirect Tax to join its finance team. This role will focus on indirect tax compliance, VAT reporting, and process improvement across multiple international entities.

Key Responsibilities

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    Manage indirect tax reporting and compliance across assigned regions

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    Review VAT, EC Sales, Intrastat, and related tax filings

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    Support outsourced tax providers to ensure accurate and timely delivery

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    Monitor VAT regulations and support implementation of new requirements

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    Maintain VAT reconciliations and ensure ERP tax accuracy

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    Support audits, customs processes, and HMRC reclaim activities

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    Assist with SAP S4/Hana tax-related implementations and process improvements

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    Work closely with finance, IT, and operational teams across the business

Requirements

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    Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CTA, ICAEW or equivalent)

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    7+ years’ experience within indirect tax or VAT reporting

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    Strong knowledge of global indirect tax and VAT regulations

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    SAP ECC/S4 experience with tax-related processes

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    Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical ability

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    Experience within manufacturing or multinational environments preferred

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    Excellent communication and organisational skills

What’s on Offer

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    £55k–£65k salary

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    Onsite role in Littlehampton

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    Private medical insurance and generous company benefits

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    Opportunity to work within a global, technology-focused organisation

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    Long-term development and progression opportunities

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