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 

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 

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