VAT Associate

RSM UK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tax and consulting firm in London is seeking an Associate to manage VAT client work, ensuring quality and compliance. The role involves developing technical knowledge and client relationships in a dynamic team environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in VAT and experience in accountancy. This position offers hybrid working and a range of benefits including study support and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

CTA study support

Hybrid and flexible working

25 days holiday with purchase options

Financial wellbeing benefits

Access to 300+ courses on demand

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in VAT compliance within an accountancy practice.
• Proven capabilities in team settings and client interactions.
• Desire for continuous improvement in technical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage VAT client work and prepare VAT returns.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards and internal procedures.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding VAT matters.

Skills

Client relationship management

Technical VAT knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Part qualified in accountancy or tax qualification (e.g. ATT-CTA)

Tools

Specialist tax software

Job description

Make an Impact within our VAT team at RSM UK

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle‑market businesses thrive. We are a fast‑growing firm with big ambitions – we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

Our VAT specialists work closely with colleagues across the firm to provide a joined‑up service to a diverse range of clients, from middle market businesses to large corporations, combining expertise in accounting, audit and all relevant taxes. As a national VAT practice, we provide the freedom to find the right balance between sector specialism and general advisory, as well as an opportunity to initiate and develop new areas of focus for the team.

As an Associate in our London office, you will manage and control VAT client work including the review and preparation of VAT returns. You will undertake detailed planning and implementation of VAT work, ensuring the provision of an effective and cost driven service to clients in line with budgets.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the assignment is undertaken in accordance with the pre‑assignment instructions, and carrying out more complex aspects of the assignment efficiently, thoroughly and in accordance with the firm’s procedures.
• Always ensuring VAT quality as directed by the Partner, and assisting with internal and external quality assurance, ensuring any actions are completed in line with the firm’s professional standards.
• Continually wanting to improve your technical knowledge, client relationship and organisational skills to develop your own career.
• Responding to clients’ correspondence as a matter of priority and keeping the client and Partner fully informed of the current status of the VAT work.
• Enjoying working with different tax teams and service lines to get experience in providing premium solutions focused advice to our clients.
• Acting as the day‑to‑day point of contact for the client and always practising the principles of excellent client service.

What we are looking for

Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you!

We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:

• Preferably someone who is part qualified in either an accountancy or tax qualification (e.g. ATT‑CTA).
• Background in an accountancy practice with good knowledge of VAT.
• Proven experience in dealing with clients and working within a team.
• Experience of using specialist tax software is advantageous.

What we can offer you

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have a fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• CTA study support.
• Hybrid and flexible working.
• 25 days holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days).
• Lifestyle, health and wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our in‑house talent development team.

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.