Indirect Tax Consultant

AVASK; Southampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consultancy is seeking an Indirect Tax Consultant in Southampton to provide VAT compliance and advisory services. This role involves managing a diverse client portfolio, calculating VAT returns, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Strong communication skills and a minimum of 2 years of VAT experience are required. The company provides a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of VAT experience.
• Experience working in Law / VAT / Accountancy / Finance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality VAT consultancy and business advice.
• Calculate and file European VAT returns accurately.
• Advise clients on VAT liabilities and ensure compliance.
• Conduct VAT audits and investigations.
• Train and support new team members.

Skills

VAT consultancy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Multi-tasking

Job description

Company Overview

AVASK is a global consultancy that specialises in international taxation and business solutions for e-commerce sellers. Established in 2012, we operate across multiple continents and provide expert guidance to over 10,000 clients worldwide. Our mission is to simplify international trade by offering innovative, efficient, and compliant strategies.

Role

Indirect Tax Consultant

Location

Southampton, UK, or our EU offices

Salary

Depending on experience

Our Indirect Tax Consultants play a crucial role in supporting clients worldwide with their VAT obligations, encompassing tax compliance, VAT advisory services, and e-commerce consultancy. We adopt a client‑centric approach and are currently seeking tax professionals to manage a diverse portfolio of clients.

As an Indirect Tax Consultant, you will provide comprehensive advice, offering practical guidance on VAT regulations, cross‑border transactions, and ensuring full compliance with VAT laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality VAT consultancy and business advice to your client portfolio continuously.
• Calculate and file European VAT returns meticulously and promptly, ensuring the highest level of accuracy.
• Advise clients on VAT liabilities, guide them on tax payments, proactively remind them of outstanding returns, and ensure compliance with European filings, EC Sales, and Intrastat reporting as required.
• Communicate with tax offices regarding clients’ accounts and obligations.
• Conduct VAT audits / investigations in collaboration with tax offices related to your client portfolio.
• Manage clients' accounts in coordination with the Credit Control Department. Stay consistently updated with VAT law and any changes in legislation.
• Provide exceptional customer service to build trust, rapport, and strong relationships within your portfolio.
• Represent the company professionally at events / webinars.
• Train, support, and develop new team members.
• Collaborate positively and enthusiastically with the team.
• Actively engage with Managers and Directors to suggest contributions for improving procedures.

Essential Qualifications

• Experience working in Law / VAT / Accountancy / Finance.
• Minimum 2 years of VAT experience.
• Confident and with excellent communication skills for client interaction and engagement (Email, Phone, and face to face (ad hoc)).
• Works well in a team as well as independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organised and proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent multi‑tasking ability.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge of International E‑Commerce.
• Knowledge in other languages as EU languages would be advantage.

ABOUT AVASK

AVASK Global Compliance are a rapidly expanding international firm that specialise in VAT, tax and accounting for e-commerce businesses.

AVASK assist hundreds of Amazon FBA sellers as well as entrepreneurs across eBay, Shopify and many other platforms. Providing clients with a comprehensive range of expertise - from practical guidance on cross‑border transactions, to ensuring they are fully compliant.