EMEA VAT Director — Strategy, Compliance & Tax Ops

Waystone Governance Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in asset management is seeking an EMEA VAT Director to manage VAT compliance across the UK and Ireland, while also directing VAT policies in multiple jurisdictions. The successful candidate will need strong knowledge of VAT legislation, organizational skills, and the ability to mentor junior colleagues. This role offers a dynamic work environment, requiring collaboration with various finance teams and managing ongoing VAT training workshops.

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance function VAT role or professional practice.
• Experience in the Financial Services sector is helpful but not essential.
• Excellent knowledge of VAT legislation and VAT accounting.

Responsibilities

• Manage UK and Ireland VAT returns and supporting work papers.
• Drive Policies and Procedures in Ireland, Luxembourg, and the UK for VAT.
• Run VAT training workshops for internal teams.

Skills

VAT legislation knowledge

Organizational skills

Team player

Collaborative approach

Education

Bachelor's degree

Professional tax qualification

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

A leading firm in asset management is seeking an EMEA VAT Director to manage VAT compliance across the UK and Ireland, while also directing VAT policies in multiple jurisdictions. The successful candidate will need strong knowledge of VAT legislation, organizational skills, and the ability to mentor junior colleagues. This role offers a dynamic work environment, requiring collaboration with various finance teams and managing ongoing VAT training workshops.