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Stakeholder Engagement / Accountant - Making Tax DigitalJoin to apply for theStakeholder Engagement / Accountant - Making Tax Digitalrole atHM Revenue & Customs . Position OverviewLocation: Various Locations Contract: 12 Months with HMRC Are you a bookkeeper or digital accountant eager to participate in a significant, innovative role? HMRC’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) Programme seeks someone familiar with accounting language who desires to influence the future rather than just balance the books. This role extends beyond traditional accounting; you will be integral to one of the UK’s largest government digital transformations, working with the accountancy profession to reshape how taxpayers interact with HMRC. Ideal Candidate ProfileBackground in bookkeeping or accountancy Experience with Income Tax Self Assessment (ITSA) Stakeholder management and public speaking skills Passion for driving change and enhancing the tax system About Making Tax DigitalMTD is revolutionizing UK tax processes, facilitating digital record-keeping and quarterly updates, thereby simplifying tax compliance and reducing errors. It is a key component of HMRC’s strategic initiatives, aiming to improve service delivery for millions of businesses and landlords. What We OfferOpportunities to work remotely or at new Regional Centres, with contracts varying in length and potential for extension. Join us to be part of major government digital transformation projects, leveraging your skills for impactful change. Key ResponsibilitiesManage relationships with key stakeholders, including agents, bookkeepers, businesses, landlords, and trade associations Collaborate with the accountancy profession to ensure readiness for MTD implementation from April 2026, including testing phases from April 2025 Coordinate with internal teams to align external perceptions and expectations Ensure stakeholder insights inform MTD strategy and delivery Utilize your experience in a bookkeeping or accountant role and hold a professional qualification in accountancy Apply your knowledge of income tax self-assessment and digital accounting Manage relationships with large accountancy firms and demonstrate excellent stakeholder management skills Present confidently to diverse audiences and communicate effectively Employ strong analytical and problem-solving skills Experience in the public sector and understanding of HMRC’s digital initiatives are advantageous Additional DetailsSeniority Level: Mid-Senior level Employment Type: Contract Job Functions: Accounting/Auditing, Business Development, Finance Industries: Government Administration, Government Relations Services#J-18808-Ljbffr