UK Firm's Tax - VAT Manager

PwC; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Birmingham is seeking a VAT Manager to provide expert advice and manage compliance. The role involves engaging with stakeholders, leading on projects, and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate will be qualified in accountancy/tax with strong analytical skills and a proactive mindset. This position offers a competitive benefits package including flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Private medical cover

Access to virtual GP

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Qualified in accountancy and/or tax with VAT/indirect tax experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide VAT advice to stakeholders and deliver training.
• Manage outsourced VAT compliance for timely submissions.
• Lead on transformation and support ERP system changes.
• Contribute to team development with process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Communication skills

Technology-driven mindset

Education

Qualified in accountancy and/or tax (ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, ATT, CTA or equivalent)

Job description

About the Role

PwC UK's Firm's Tax team, comprising around 15 specialists, manages the firm's UK and international tax affairs. Covering direct, indirect, employment, and partnership taxes, the team handles everything from routine compliance to advising leadership on strategic structuring and contributing to network-wide initiatives. The Firm's VAT team, currently made up of two senior managers, is seeking a manager to join them. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex VAT matters, support firm-wide projects, and engage with senior stakeholders across the business.

What your days will look like:

• Provision of VAT advice to business stakeholders, delivering training across Finance, Risk, and client teams, and supporting acquisition/disposal transactions.
• Managing outsourced VAT compliance for UK Firm entities. You will be the first point of contact for the Compliance Centre and local PwC firms to ensure timely and accurate VAT return submissions.
• Lead on transformation and innovation projects by contributing to process improvement initiatives, and support ERP system changes working closely with Finance and Business Solutions teams.
• Contribute to team development by exploring technology-driven improvements and offering ad hoc support to the wider tax team, including the Firm's Tax Leader.

This role is for you if:

• Ideally qualified in accountancy and/or tax (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, ATT, CTA or equivalent), with experience in VAT/indirect tax and a finance background.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple assignments.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships across all levels.
• Flexible, open-minded, and agile in approach, with a commitment to team goals and continuous improvement.
• Technology-enabled mindset with a focus on driving change and innovation through digital solutions.
• Proactive in learning and contributing to new initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness.

What you'll receive from us:

No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions. We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.