VAT Accountant

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Are you a VAT specialist ready to make an impact in a fast-paced pharmaceutical company driving innovation in global healthcare?

Proclinical is seeking a UK VAT Accountant to manage VAT reporting compliance for multiple European and international markets, ensuring all internal and external deadlines are met. You will also provide guidance on VAT-related queries while maintaining up-to-date knowledge of local VAT legislation. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a collaborative, high-performing environment with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location or hold an EU passport.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare VAT returns and other indirect tax filings (e.g., sales listings, purchase listings, Intrastat, SAF-T) using Excel or tax preparation tools.
• Obtain necessary approvals for VAT submissions, follow up on payment requests, and archive documentation post-submission.
• Reconcile VAT General Ledger accounts and address any discrepancies or open items.
• Align GL sales data with reported VAT sales and resolve any inconsistencies.
• Address VAT compliance queries from internal stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing VAT requirements documents and support the implementation of tax technology solutions.
• Monitor changes in VAT legislation and ensure compliance.
• Maintain VAT codes and tables within the accounting system.
• Support VAT audits and liaise with tax authorities as needed.
• Contribute to standardization, automation, and risk management strategies.

Key Skills and Requirements:

• Experience in VAT compliance within a multinational tax environment.
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with SAP or Oracle is advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage with diverse audiences.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to build relationships across technical and cultural boundaries.
• Fluency in English.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Numhom Sudsok at

If you are interested in applying to this exciting opportunity, then please click 'Apply' or to speak to one of our specialists please request a call back at the top of this page.

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• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Science
• Industries Professional Services

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