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VAT Advisor
Location: Thames Ditton
Keltbray is a leading UK specialist engineering and construction business, delivering complex infrastructure, engineering and construction projects across the built environment. We are seeking a VAT Advisor to join our growing Tax team and support VAT compliance, advisory and reporting activities across the Group. This is an excellent opportunity for a VAT professional looking to develop their career within a large and complex construction environment, working alongside commercial, finance and operational teams across the business.
What you'll be doing
- Preparing and reviewing VAT returns across the Group
- Supporting VAT compliance and reporting requirements
- Reviewing contracts, invoices and transactions to determine the correct VAT treatment
- Assisting with HMRC enquiries and VAT inspections
- Supporting audits and identifying potential tax risks
- Providing VAT guidance to finance, commercial and project teams
- Working with external advisers on complex transactions
- Contributing to improvements in tax processes, controls and systems
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About you
We're interested in speaking with candidates who have:
- Experience within a VAT-focused role in practice or industry
- ATT qualification or CTA studies underway
- Strong knowledge of UK VAT legislation
- Experience preparing or reviewing VAT returns
- Strong analytical and Excel skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience within construction, engineering or a project-based environment would be advantageous.
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What we offer
- Exposure to a broad range of VAT and advisory matters
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Hybrid working and flexibility
At Keltbray, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities throughout our recruitment process.
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