EMEA VAT SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

BNY MELLON; City Of London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking an EMEA VAT Senior Vice President to oversee indirect tax compliance for multiple jurisdictions. The role demands a strong VAT technical background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across various teams. Ideal candidates will be qualified ACA/ACCA/CTA and have experience with finance system automation. This position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Benefits and wellbeing programmes

Generous paid leaves

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of finance system automation, AI, and RPA.
• Highly organised and able to manage competing demands under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee indirect tax compliance within EMEA.
• Provide indirect tax advice to technology and finance teams.
• Proactively manage EMEA VAT audits and enquiries.

Skills

Tax experience in a large group environment or advisory firm

Strong UK VAT technical background

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Ability to work independently

Strong problem-solving skills

Collaborative team player

Education

Qualified ACA / ACCA / CTA or equivalent

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

EMEA VAT Senior Vice President

Location: London, UK.

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of EMEA VAT Senior Vice President to join our EMEA Tax Department team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee indirect tax compliance across multiple EMEA jurisdictions, leveraging initiatives to automate VAT processes using AI, RPA, and tax technology platforms to drive improvements that reduce errors, minimize risks, and identify enhancements.
• Provide indirect tax advice and training to Technology and Finance teams to ensure finance/billing system modifications meet VAT reporting obligations, including e‑invoicing and VAT procedures advice to AP/AR teams. Identify opportunities to optimize VAT reporting, manage VAT risk, and deliver process improvements.
• Manage the indirect tax processes and control environment to support compliance with the UK Senior Accounting Officer regime, SOX, and financial statement audits.
• Proactively manage EMEA VAT audits and enquiries to conclusion, partnering with Finance, Legal, and business teams.
• Partner with EMEA Banking and Asset Management Commercial teams to evaluate business change initiatives and advise on regional VAT implications. Implement strategies to optimise VAT, including seeking advice from external advisors and communicating this advice to non‑technical senior audiences.
• Provide VAT advice on ad hoc queries related to new products, client and vendor contracts, and discreet projects with a risk management and commercial focus.
• Keep the business updated on changes in VAT legislation and new indirect tax regimes through attendance at industry forums and strong relationships with external advisors. Design and implement new processes and procedures to ensure compliance.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA / ACCA / CTA (or equivalent)
• Tax experience in a large group environment or advisory firm
• Strong UK VAT technical background and finance system automation experience, AI, RPA, machine learning, ideally in the financial services sector
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in explaining VAT matters to non‑technical audiences
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with Oracle ERP is helpful
• A professional focused on accountability and enhancing the existing tax risk and control framework
• Ability to work independently and to drive a project forward to completion
• Highly organised, proactive, able to prioritise and manage competing demands under tight deadlines
• Analytical and process‑driven with problem‑solving skills and a risk‑based approach to decision‑making
• Collaborative team player who fosters strong working relationships within the Corporate Tax Department, wider business, advisors, and local tax authorities

Benefits

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programmes rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay‑for‑performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.