Senior Manager, In-House VAT, Firm's Tax

DELOITTE LLP; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy is seeking a VAT Senior Manager in Birmingham to oversee VAT compliance and manage the VAT team. The role requires extensive VAT experience and ACA/CTA qualifications. The successful candidate will handle UK VAT Returns, manage overseas tax and develop junior team members, contributing to a collaborative and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in teams.
• Up-to-date technical tax knowledge.
• Flexible and adaptable in improving processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee submission of UK VAT Returns.
• Manage overseas indirect tax returns.
• Collaborate with Finance on VAT policies.
• Monitor VAT processes and controls.
• Lead VAT compliance checks.
• Manage and develop junior team members.
• Support technical issues for the business.

Skills

Extensive VAT experience

Strong planning and prioritization

Excellent analytical skills

Proficiency in Excel and Outlook

Ability to work independently

Education

ACA and/or CTA qualified

Job description

Overview

Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Gatwick, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Reading

Business Line

Enabling Functions

Job Type

Permanent / FTC

Date published

11-Aug-2025

Connect to your Industry

We are seeking an experienced VAT Senior Manager to join Deloitte's internal Tax Team. Candidates seeking their first in-house role are also welcome.

The Firm's Tax Department provides tax compliance services including corporate tax, personal tax, international tax, benefits reporting, and VAT compliance.

Connect to your career at Deloitte

Deloitte drives progress through expertise and innovation. We invest in our people, fostering diversity and empowering future leaders.

Our core values guide us: leading the way, serving with integrity, caring for each other, fostering inclusion, and collaborating for impact.

Connect to your opportunity

We are looking for a VAT Senior Manager to lead our VAT team, manage VAT obligations, and advise the UK business.

Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the submission of UK VAT Returns and advising on VAT matters, including overseas VAT.
• Managing overseas indirect tax returns and refund claims, liaising with international Deloitte offices.
• Collaborating with Finance and other departments on VAT policies and compliance.
• Monitoring VAT processes and controls, updating them as needed.
• Leading VAT compliance checks.
• Managing and developing junior team members.
• Supporting technical and advisory issues for the business and Chief Tax Officer.
• Improving VAT processes and sharing best practices across the team.

Connect to your skills and experience

• ACA and/or CTA qualified or equivalent experience with large partnerships or corporate entities.
• Extensive VAT experience, either in practice or in-house.
• Strong planning, prioritization, and workload management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Up-to-date technical tax knowledge.
• Excellent analytical, numeracy, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and Outlook.
• Flexible, adaptable, and innovative in improving processes.

Connect to your business - Enabling Functions

Our teams support Deloitte's wider business functions, enabling impactful work through collaboration and expertise.

Finance and Legal

We provide financial management, accounting support, and legal advice, ensuring compliance with regulations and supporting Deloitte's leadership.

Personal independence

Regulations require adherence to personal independence constraints, especially regarding financial interests and employment relationships with audit clients. Further details will be provided during recruitment.

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Our hybrid working policy

Based in regional offices with remote options, supporting work-life balance and flexibility. Specific working arrangements depend on the role.

Connect to your return to work opportunity

Support available for those returning after a career break of two years or more, including coaching and transition assistance.

Our commitment to you

We foster a supportive environment where you can grow, contribute, and thrive, prioritizing wellbeing and development.

Connect to your next step

A career at Deloitte offers growth, purpose, and impact. Join us to bring your true self to work and continue developing your skills.

Learn more at deloitte.co.uk/careers