VAT (Indirect Tax) Manager

PKF-Francis Clark Chartered accountants & business advisers; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Mansfield is seeking a VAT Manager to oversee a varied portfolio of clients. You will provide high-quality VAT and indirect tax advice, lead complex projects, and support junior team members. The ideal candidate will have CTA or ACA/ACCA qualifications and strong experience in public practice. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive and professional environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in public practice managing a VAT client portfolio.
• Proven track record in handling complex VAT assignments.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and solutions focused.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of complex clients managing VAT compliance.
• Lead and coordinate complex assignments with specialist teams.
• Provide coaching to junior team members and manage deadlines.

Skills

VAT expertise

Tax software proficiency

Advanced Excel

Excellent communication

Strong relationship-building

Education

CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

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PKF-Francis Clark Chartered accountants & business advisers

Location:

Mansfield, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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In a nutshell

Are you a VAT expert looking for a new challenge? Do you thrive in a professional yet relaxed environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! As a VAT Manager, you’ll manage a varied portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality VAT, indirect tax, and/or customs advice. You’ll lead on complex assignments, support junior colleagues, and collaborate across departments to ensure exceptional service. With access to structured leadership development programmes and a supportive team culture, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your technical and managerial skills in a forward-thinking firm that values inclusion, community, and sustainability.

Please note - we are not accepting CVs from recruitment agencies for this role.

What you'll be doing day to day

• Oversee a portfolio of complex clients, managing VAT, indirect tax, and/or customs compliance and advisory work
• Lead and coordinate complex assignments, drawing on input from specialist teams as needed
• Review team outputs, ensuring quality, accuracy, and proper documentation
• Respond to client queries on VAT and/or customs issues, resolving them or escalating to Directors/Partners
• Identify tax planning opportunities and present recommendations to senior leadership
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and risk management procedures
• Prepare budgets and fee proposals; monitor and manage fee recovery
• Act as a key liaison for clients and collaborate with colleagues across departments to deliver excellent service
• Support business development by identifying opportunities with new and existing clients
• Manage team resourcing, delegate work effectively, and ensure deadlines are met
• Provide coaching and feedback to junior team members, including regular 1:1s and performance reviews
• Promote ESG initiatives, including environmental awareness and community engagement
• Uphold values of fairness, transparency, and respect in all professional interactions

About you

• CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience); CTA study supports available
• Strong experience in public practice, with the ability to manage a VAT client portfolio
• Proven track record in handling complex VAT assignments
• Skilled in tax software and advanced use of Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong relationship-building abilities with clients and colleagues
• Strategic thinker with commercial awareness and sound judgement
• Proactive, self-motivated, and solutions focused
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and resources effectively