VAT Assistant Manager

Michael Page; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a VAT Assistant Manager for a Gatwick-based top accountancy client. You will own VAT and PSA compliance, provide expert guidance, and support HMRC interactions. The role is permanent with hybrid working.

Ideal candidates are ATT or CTA qualified, with strong VAT knowledge and experience in a professional services environment. Excellent communication and client management skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• ATT or CTA qualified.
• Strong VAT compliance knowledge and experience.
• Experience in a professional services environment.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the firm's VAT and PSA compliance processes, including the preparation, submission and settlement of returns.
• Manage VAT and PSA reconciliations, ensuring compliance activities are accurately reviewed, authorised and documented.
• Act as the primary point of contact for VAT and PSA queries, delivering training and guidance to colleagues across the business.
• Maintain compliance with changing tax legislation, updating internal processes, controls, guidance and training materials as required.
• Support HMRC enquiries, audits, SAO reviews and wider tax governance activities, identifying and escalating compliance risks where appropriate.
• Provide specialist tax support on complex matters, including relocation and secondment expense reviews, while promoting responsible tax practices aligned to the firm's tax strategy.

Skills

VAT compliance

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Attention to detail

Prioritisation

Education

ATT or CTA qualified

Job description

As a VAT Assistant Manager in Gatwick, you'll play a key role in helping navigate complex VAT regulations while supporting the accounting and finance team. Your day-to-day will involve providing expert advice, managing compliance tasks, and ensuring the smooth running of VAT-related processes.

Client Details

Our client is a top 10 accountancy firm based in Gatwick.

Description

• Take ownership of the firm's VAT and PSA compliance processes, including the preparation, submission and settlement of returns.
• Manage VAT and PSA reconciliations, ensuring compliance activities are accurately reviewed, authorised and documented.
• Act as the primary point of contact for VAT and PSA queries, delivering training and guidance to colleagues across the business.
• Maintain compliance with changing tax legislation, updating internal processes, controls, guidance and training materials as required.
• Support HMRC enquiries, audits, SAO reviews and wider tax governance activities, identifying and escalating compliance risks where appropriate.
• Provide specialist tax support on complex matters, including relocation and secondment expense reviews, while promoting responsible tax practices aligned to the firm's tax strategy.

Profile

• ATT or CTA qualified.
• Strong technical knowledge & experience of VAT compliance.
• Experience in a professional services environment.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from £40,000 to £50,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent position within a professional services organisation.
• Access to a range of benefits (details available upon request).
• Hybrid working.