Job Title: System Transformation VAT Lead
Location: Milton Keynes (3 days on-site, 2 days remote)
Contract Length: 6 months (with potential for extension)
Day Rate: £475.00 per day
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced System Transformation VAT Lead to support a major systems implementation programme, ensuring VAT compliance and functionality are fully embedded across all platforms. This role is pivotal in aligning VAT requirements with system capabilities during a period of significant transformation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop a thorough understanding of the current system landscape and VAT functionality, including any constraints and manual processes.
- Gain detailed knowledge of the VAT configuration and functionality of new systems, including CMS platforms and SAP S4 HANA.
- Build expertise in the organisation's products, income streams, VAT postings, documentation, and VAT return processes.
- Conduct gap analysis between proposed system functionality and documented VAT requirements to ensure optimal compliance and efficiency.
- Collaborate with project and product teams to ensure VAT requirements are accurately reflected in system configurations.
- Prioritise VAT-related topics effectively within the transformation programme.
- Oversee rigorous testing of VAT functionality and ensure resolution of any defects prior to go-live.
- Prepare comprehensive documentation outlining VAT functionality across systems, updated iteratively to reflect ongoing developments.
- Liaise closely with senior VAT stakeholders to provide regular updates and incorporate insights from business-as-usual VAT activities.
Experience & Qualifications:
- Proven experience in in-house VAT compliance.
- Strong background in SAP ERP / SAP S4 HANA and/or large-scale customer management system implementations.
- Minimum 3 years post-CTA (or equivalent qualification).
- Experience within the financial services sector is essential.
