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Lead Accountant
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
- Manage indirect tax reporting and compliance across assigned regions
- Review VAT, EC Sales, Intrastat, and related tax filings
- Support outsourced tax providers to ensure accurate and timely delivery
- Monitor VAT regulations and support implementation of new requirements
- Maintain VAT reconciliations and ensure ERP tax accuracy
- Support audits, customs processes, and HMRC reclaim activities
- Assist with SAP S4/Hana tax-related implementations and process improvements
- Work closely with finance, IT, and operational teams across the business
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Requirements
- Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CTA, ICAEW or equivalent)
- 7+ years’ experience within indirect tax or VAT reporting
- Strong knowledge of global indirect tax and VAT regulations
- SAP ECC/S4 experience with tax-related processes
- Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical ability
- Experience within manufacturing or multinational environments preferred
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
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What’s on Offer
- £55k–£65k salary
- Onsite role in Littlehampton
- Private medical insurance and generous company benefits
- Opportunity to work within a global, technology-focused organisation
- Long-term development and progression opportunities
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