VAT Accountant (CSFIN1299)

Salary: Grade 7 (£37,099 - £44,263 p.a depending on experience) 

This role will be based on the university campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Do you like variety and enjoy a challenge? Can you focus on the timely and efficient delivery of the day to day tax compliance while simultaneously fostering and maintaining effective relationships to support strategic priorities? Are you experienced in engaging with both internal and external stakeholders? Are you highly organised with a flexible and positive approach to problem solving?

You will play a key role in enabling the team to meet the University’s tax compliance obligations, undertaking data analysis and providing advice on a range of tax issues. You will be supported by the Department’s technical support and will be responsible for ensuring compliance requirements continue to be met against the backdrop of the University’s changing environment, including meeting the requirements of making tax digital (MTD).

This is a fantastic opportunity for personal and professional development for the right candidate, building on your existing expertise and acquiring new skills. 

What we offer in return:

26 days holiday plus 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – that’s 42 days a year!Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance.Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and much more.Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more! 

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Joanne Rodger, Group and International Tax Manager

Email: j.rodger@leeds.ac.uk

Closing Date: 15 Mar 2024

Section: Professional & Managerial

Salary: £37,099 to £44,263 per annum