VAT Assistant Manager

ACCA Careers; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career progression

Supportive team

Job summary

ACCA Careers represents a well respected mid-tier accountancy practice in Crawley seeking a VAT Assistant Manager. You will provide expert VAT advice and ensure compliance across a diverse client base, liaising with HMRC when needed.

The role offers hybrid working, a salary up to £50,000, and opportunities to develop specialist VAT expertise within the tax department.

Qualifications

• Proven VAT knowledge and compliance expertise.
• Experience providing VAT advisory services in professional services.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; capable of handling multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide VAT advice to a diverse client portfolio within business services.
• Prepare and review VAT returns for accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with VAT registrations and de-registrations as required.

Skills

VAT knowledge

VAT advisory

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Client liaison

Education

ACCA/ACA/ATT/CTA

Job description

We are seeking a VAT Assistant Manager to join our client's tax department. The successful candidate will focus on providing expert VAT advice and compliance services, ensuring client satisfaction and compliance with regulations.

Client Details

Our client is a well respected, mid-tier accountancy practice in Crawley. They are recruiting for an experienced VAT Assistant Manager to join their tax team.

Description

• Provide VAT advice to a diverse portfolio of clients within the business services sector.
• Prepare and review VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant legislation.
• Assist clients with VAT registrations and de-registrations as required.
• Handle VAT queries from clients and liaise with HMRC on their behalf.
• Support the VAT Manager with complex advisory projects and research.
• Identify and implement VAT planning opportunities for clients.
• Deliver training sessions to clients and colleagues on VAT-related matters.
• Keep up-to-date with changes in VAT legislation and ensure compliance across all workstreams.

Profile

A Successful VAT Assistant Manager Should Have

• Professional qualifications relevant to tax or accountancy (ACCA/ACA/ATT/CTA).
• Strong technical knowledge of VAT legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience in providing VAT advisory services within the professional services industry.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with clients and colleagues.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £45000 to £50000 per annum.
• Permanent position offering stability and career progression.
• Supportive work environment in Crawley.
• Opportunities to develop expertise within the tax department.
• Engaging role in the business services industry.
• Hybrid working.