VAT Assistant Manager - Compliance & Advisory Lead (Hybrid)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Permanent contract

Job summary

ACCA Careers is recruiting a VAT Assistant Manager for our client in Crawley. You will provide VAT advice and compliance services to a diverse client portfolio within the business services sector, ensuring accuracy and regulatory alignment.

The role involves preparing VAT returns, registrations, liaising with HMRC, supporting complex advisory projects, and delivering training. A strong VAT background and ACCA/ACA/ATT/CTA qualifications are expected, with hybrid working in Crawley.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

VAT knowledge

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Client liaison

Education

ACCA/ACA/ATT/CTA

Job description

ACCA Careers is recruiting a VAT Assistant Manager for our client in Crawley. You will provide VAT advice and compliance services to a diverse client portfolio within the business services sector, ensuring accuracy and regulatory alignment.

The role involves preparing VAT returns, registrations, liaising with HMRC, supporting complex advisory projects, and delivering training. A strong VAT background and ACCA/ACA/ATT/CTA qualifications are expected, with hybrid working in Crawley.