VAT Compliance Analyst

RSM; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit and consulting firm in the UK is seeking a GVRC Compliance Analyst to drive excellence in global VAT compliance. This role involves working with clients to understand their needs, translating them into technical solutions, and building workflows to enhance data processing. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of financial data, advanced Alteryx expertise, and experience with database management. The firm offers hybrid working and a flexible benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible working

25 Days Holiday

Health and wellbeing benefits

Access to a suite of courses

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of financial data, reporting, and analytics.
• Advanced expertise in Alteryx is highly beneficial.
• Experience in database management and development.

Responsibilities

• Drive excellence in global VAT compliance.
• Work closely with clients to understand their business requirements.
• Translate client needs into technical solutions using Alteryx.
• Build and enhance workflows to support daily processes.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external teams.

Skills

Financial data understanding

Advanced Alteryx expertise

Database management

API development and integration

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Alteryx

Job description

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.

Make an Impact at RSM UK

Are you ready to drive excellence in global VAT compliance? Join our team at RSM UK as the GVRC Compliance Analyst and play a pivotal role in shaping our VAT compliance services across the UK, EU, and beyond. You'll be at the heart of a dynamic team, ensuring quality and efficiency in tax reporting for a diverse portfolio of clients.

As a GVRC Compliance Analyst in one of our national offices, you'll play a critical role in managing and delivering onboarding projects, working closely with client data, and leveraging advanced data tools like Alteryx. In this role you’ll use your expertise in API development and database management, ensuring data systems are secure, scalable, and optimized for performance. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail‑oriented professional with strong technical skills, a background in computer science or a related field, and a solid understanding of financial data.

You will make an impact by:

• Working closely with clients to understand their business requirements and data challenges.
• Translating client needs into technical solutions, leveraging tools like Alteryx to deliver high‑quality, data‑driven solutions that meet client expectations.
• Building new workflows and enhancing existing ones using Alteryx to support daily controls and processes, as well as designing, building, and maintaining APIs to support client onboarding, data workflows, and system integrations.
• Collaborating effectively with internal and external teams and supporting others in improving their analytical and technical skills to streamline data exchange processes.
• Presenting insights, progress, and recommendations to internal stakeholders and clients.

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:

• Strong understanding of financial data, reporting, and analytics.
• Advanced expertise in Alteryx is highly beneficial, with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in database management and development (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar).
• A creative, solutions‑focused approach and a commitment to delivering high‑quality client service.
• Experience in data analytics, project management, and technical solution design.
• Proficiency in API development and integration (REST, GraphQL, or similar).

What we can offer you:

We're 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.

• 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.