Interim VAT Accountant
Posted 1 day ago by HAYS
Negotiable
Outside
Remote
Chelmsford, Essex, UK
Summary: The Interim VAT Accountant role involves leading the review and correction of VAT returns affected by a recent system migration within a well-established organization. The position requires a qualified accountant with strong VAT experience and the ability to work independently. The role is fully remote after an initial onboarding period in the Essex office and is classified as outside IR35. The assignment is expected to last 4-6 weeks and has immediate impact on a high-visibility VAT project.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the review and correction of VAT returns impacted by system transition.
- Work closely with the finance team to identify errors and reconcile data.
- Ensure accurate and compliant VAT submissions.
- Deliver high-quality technical output quickly.
Key Skills:
- Qualified Accountant (PQE).
- Strong VAT returns experience (essential).
- ACA practice-trained or a strong technical ACCA.
- Experience with Sage systems (ideal, not essential).
- Ability to work independently.
Salary (Rate): £400 daily
City: Chelmsford
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Your new company
You'll be joining a well-established organisation that has recently migratation and now requires immediate specialist VAT support. The finance team is experienced and collaborative, and they're looking for someone who can quickly take ownership of a short-term technical project.
Your new roleAs the Interim VAT Accountant, you will lead the review and correction of a couple of VAT returns impacted by the system transition. You'll work closely with the finance team to identify errors, reconcile data, and ensure accurate and compliant submissions. The role is Outside IR35 and can be fully remote after an initial onboarding period in the Essex office.What you'll need to succeed
- Qualified Accountant (PQE)
- Strong VAT returns experience (essential)
- ACA practice-trained or a strong technical ACCA
- Experience with Sage systems (ideal, not essential)
- Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality technical output quickly
- Outside IR35 engagement
- Fully remote working after initial onboarding
- A 4-6 week assignment with immediate impact
- Opportunity to support a high-visibility VAT project following a system migration
- Competitive £350-£400 per day rate