Group Tax Accountant (Indirect Tax)
Employer Location London Salary £70, Closing date 12 Jan 2026 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.
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About the BMA Group:
The British Medical Association (BMA) is the trade union and professional body for doctors in the UK. We represent, support and negotiate on behalf of all UK doctors and medical students.
Beyond national representation, the BMA Group (through the BMJ) is expanding its international reach by supporting global health initiatives .Through these efforts, the BMA continues to influence healthcare policy both within the UK and globally.
About the role
We’re looking for a Group Tax Accountant (Indirect Tax) to join our Finance team. Reporting into the Group Financial Controller, the Group Tax Accountant will be responsible for ensuring that the BMA Group (BMA and BMJPG) properly accounts for VAT and meets their statutory return, including overseas equivalents. They will ensure that tax is correctly calculated, accounted for and paid at the correct time.
As a Group Tax Accountant you’ll be responsible for:
1. Submitting accurate and timely statutory VAT returns (and international equivalents) for the Group
2. Preparing balance sheet reconciliations on a regular basis
3. Undertaking annual reviews of the VAT position, including any exemptions applied during the year and to recommend any necessary adjustments
4. Proactively ensuring that the finance systems and internal processes across the Group are compliant with the required tax legislation and remain alert to any future changes.
5. Proactively managing the relationship with external advisors and HMRC
6. Liaising with Group Auditors, providing support and information for financial audits, preparation of financial statements and other requests
7. Compiling and communicating appropriate tax guidance and training wherever needed within the group
8. Organising and leading quarterly group meetings.
To be successful as a Group Tax Accountant you'll ideally have:
9. Qualified CCAB accountant with significant experience in VAT within a commercial organisation.
10. Previous experience of working in a VAT environment or indirect tax compliance role
11. Knowledge of applying VAT law and how it affects trade unions and corporations
12. IT Literate with intermediate excel skills
13. Knowledge and understanding of UK, EU and rest of world indirect tax compliance issues
14. Relationship building skills – able to deal with people at all levels
15. Effective planning and organising skills – able to work to deadlines
16. Good communications skills – both written & verbal
17. Attention to detail
18. High level of accuracy with excellent numeracy skills and data analysis skills
Why work for us?
We offer a wide range of benefits including:
19. 30 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays and a BMA company day
20. Double matching pension contributions up to 12% of salary
21. Additional leave entitlement for volunteering or moving house (after completion of probationary period)
22. Onsite gym and subsidised café at BMA House
23. Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with free confidential counselling, a helpline and specialist support available
24. BMA Law - discounted rates for employees requiring legal services such as will writing/conveyancing
25. Multiple flexible benefits and discounts through our employee benefits platform
26. Lots of Learning and Development/training opportunities via our internal learning hub
27. Season ticket loan (up to £10,000) after completion of probationary period
Anonymous recruitment
The BMA endeavours to be an inclusive employer, ensuring fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for roles. To support our aims, we use specific software to remove all personal identifying information from CVs and applications. Personal information such as name, date of birth, age and gender are anonymised and will only become visible to hiring managers if you are selected for interview.
Whether the role needs you to work at home, in an office or in a hybrid way, we`ll provide all the support you need.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply through our website. However, if you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support at any point during the application process, please email .
Diversity & Inclusion Monitoring:
Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts everybody with the right skills and experience and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.
BMA is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We want people to bring their unique blend of experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and knowledge as we recognise that diversity makes us stronger.
Please note, we are unable to provide sponsorship under the UK points-based immigration system, as we do not hold a sponsorship licence.
Company
The British Medical Association (BMA) is the trade union and professional body for doctors in the UK. We represent, support and negotiate on behalf of all UK doctors and medical students.
Would you like the opportunity to join the organisation at a crucial time for doctors and the NHS?
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