Benefits

include:

Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and

many more

...

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.

Join our Tax Team at L&Q:

An opportunity has arisen in the Tax Team for a Tax Analyst whilst the existing team member is on secondment.

L&Q's in-house Tax Team has responsibility for the tax affairs of the L&Q Group and ensures that the Group's tax strategy is aligned with its charitable purpose and commercial objectives.

In addition to preparing and filing the L&Q Group's corporation tax returns, VAT returns and other tax related filings with HM Revenue & Customs, the Tax Team also provides tax advice and support to the business on a wide range of matters.

Reporting to the Tax Manager, you will provide support to the Head of Tax, Tax Manager and Tax Accountant in relation to the tax affairs of the L&Q Group.

If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply!

Your impact in the role:

Day-to-day responsibilities will be primarily focussed on detailed analysis of the tax accounting entries required for the purposes of preparing the monthly/quarterly VAT Returns for review by the Tax Manager/Tax Accountant prior to submission to HMRC in line with set reporting timescales, and will include:

Reviewing tax accounting entries to ensure the VAT recovery matches the VAT returns including monthly and quarterly VAT reconciliations to the general ledgers. Documenting, analysing and reporting VAT exceptions and errors for resolution. Processing requests from departments for new accounts and ensuring that these are set up correctly with regards to the Tax Value Matrix in the ERP system. Supporting the implementation of the new ERP system and the embedding of new tax processes in respect of the Group's VAT reporting. Assisting with further developments of the Group's financial information systems for VAT recovery purposes working collaboratively with colleagues across the business as required. Responding to general tax queries from colleagues on a timely basis with input from the Tax Manager/Tax Accountant as appropriate.

What you'll bring:

We are looking for strong interpersonal and organisational skills. You will need to be flexible and adaptable to change and able to work to tight deadlines.

The ideal candidate will bring the following skills and experience:

Strong knowledge of VAT principles, including partial exemption, as well as practical experience of preparing VAT returns and reconciliations. Experience of using Unit4 ERP system is highly desirable. Excellent numerical and analytical skills. MS Office skills including advanced knowledge of Excel. Ability to analyse large volumes of data with accuracy and attention to detail. Confident communicator at all levels. Self-motivated and able to work independently with strong time management skills and the ability to prioritise work.

If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email

About L&Q:

We're one of the UK's leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people's health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.

250,000 people call our properties 'home', and we're proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England.

People are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate values and behavioural framework , which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&Q.

At L&Q, we know that diversity and inclusion make us stronger - and they're at the heart of everything we do.

When we recruit, we look at what really matters: your skills, experience, and potential. We're proud to be recognised for creating an inclusive workplace. We're a Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) and we've introduced our own Recruitment Advocate scheme to make sure every step of our hiring process is fair, transparent, and consistent. It's all part of our commitment to ending discrimination and making L&Q a place where everyone feels welcome. Find out more here .

Sustainability is also at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK's largest housing associations.

Click here to find out more about L&Q and why you should join us!

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