VAT Compliance Lead | Flexible, Growth-Focused Role

Michael Page; West of England; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reward and recognition programmes

Holiday purchase scheme

Flexible and supportive working

Ongoing professional development

Exposure to varied client base

Clear career progression

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Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting a VAT Compliance Manager for a well-established professional services firm in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on delivering a high-quality VAT compliance service across a varied client base, with technical guidance and timely reporting.

You will advise on VAT rules, oversee returns, and act as a primary contact for VAT-related queries, while collaborating with colleagues across tax and service lines to drive efficiency and client value.

Qualifications

• Strong technical understanding of VAT compliance.
• Excellent client-facing skills.
• Proactive approach to problem solving.
• Experience managing VAT compliance activities in professional services.
• Strong understanding of UK VAT legislation and reporting requirements.
• Analytical and technical skills with high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage VAT compliance across a portfolio of clients.
• Review and submit VAT returns to deadlines.
• Advise clients on VAT rules and best practices.
• Act as point of contact for VAT queries.
• Build relationships and deliver excellent client service.
• Support clients through VAT inspections and audits.
• Liaise with HMRC and stakeholders as required.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes.
• Collaborate with tax and wider service lines.
• Monitor legislative updates and communicate changes.

Skills

VAT compliance

Client-facing

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Accounting/Tax/Finance qualifications

Job description

Michael Page is recruiting a VAT Compliance Manager for a well-established professional services firm in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on delivering a high-quality VAT compliance service across a varied client base, with technical guidance and timely reporting.

You will advise on VAT rules, oversee returns, and act as a primary contact for VAT-related queries, while collaborating with colleagues across tax and service lines to drive efficiency and client value.