VAT Consultant

The Portfolio Group; Thornaby-on-Tees; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking an experienced VAT Enquiries Consultant to manage and resolve HMRC VAT enquiries while providing consultancy support. This remote/mobile role requires a strong background in VAT and a professional qualification. The ideal candidate will excel in communication and client service. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Up to 50k base salary

5k car allowance or company car

Quarterly commission targets

Qualifications

• Strong grounding in VAT gained through practice or HMRC.
• Experience in managing VAT enquiries is preferred.
• Ability to deliver results under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of VAT compliance cases.
• Produce detailed consultancy reports for clients.
• Act as a point of contact for clients liaising with HMRC.
• Handle full case management from enquiry to closure.
• Conduct research on complex VAT matters.

Skills

VAT expertise

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Client service focus

Education

Recognised professional qualification in VAT or equivalent experience

Job description

VAT Enquiries Consultant

Remote / Mobile opportunity
Up to 50k base salary
5k car allowance OR company car
Quarterly commission targets

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced VAT professional to join and established team of advisors and consultants. You'll be supporting a diverse mix of accountancy firms, from sole practitioners to Top 100 practices, providing VAT enquiry consultancy and compliance support.

This role involves working directly with accountants and their clients to manage and resolve HMRC VAT enquiries. In some cases, you'll take over the case entirely, guiding it through to resolution. You'll also provide written consultancy reports, offer tactical and technical advice, and ensure that compliance and AML regulations are met.

This is a mobile position, and you'll meet with HMRC officers, clients, and advisors as needed - approximately once a week.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing a varied caseload of insured and uninsured VAT compliance cases.
• Producing detailed consultancy reports and providing technical opinions.
• Acting as the point of contact for clients and liaising directly with HMRC.
• Handling full case management from enquiry through to closure.
• Attending Alternative Dispute Resolution meetings and, where appropriate, supporting Tribunal proceedings.
• Conducting research and providing second opinions on complex VAT matters.
• Keeping up to date with changes in VAT legislation and wider indirect tax developments.
• Working closely with the wider VAT team and contributing to marketing and business development initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• A strong grounding in VAT gained through practice, industry, or HMRC experience.
• Preferably, a background specialising in HMRC VAT enquiry work.
• A recognised professional qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal.
• The ability to manage your own workload and deliver results under pressure.
• A collaborative mindset with a focus on delivering exceptional client service.