VAT Manager

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated VAT Manager to enhance their compliance team. In this pivotal role, you will manage VAT compliance, ensuring adherence to UK and Ireland regulations while providing expert advice across departments. Your responsibilities will include overseeing VAT submissions, driving process improvements, and conducting VAT audits. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors, making a significant impact on VAT strategies. If you are a self-starter with strong analytical skills and a passion for VAT, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of UK and EU VAT legislation.
• Proven experience in VAT-focused roles within large organizations.

Responsibilities

• Manage VAT compliance and ensure adherence to regulations.
• Oversee VAT submissions and provide expert VAT advice.

Skills

VAT legislation knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Experience with VAT software

Finance and tax technology experience

Education

Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

VAT software

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Our client is currently searching for a VAT Manager to join their team! Within this position, you will be responsible for managing VAT compliance, ensuring adherence to VAT regulations in the UK and Ireland. You will provide expert advice on VAT matters, oversee VAT submissions and ensure the accuracy of VAT-related financial reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely and accurate submission of VAT returns.
• Oversee the preparation and reconciliation of VAT accounts, ensuring they comply with VAT legislation.
• Manage VAT registrations and de-registrations.
• Drive process improvements, standardization and automation of VAT compliance processes
• Key participation in the project team to implement Avalara for UK legacy reporting units.
• Provide expert VAT advice to various departments within the organisation on transactions, projects, and business initiatives.
• Support VAT planning strategies to optimize VAT efficiency and compliance.
• Stay abreast of changes in VAT legislation and advise on the implications for the business.
• Identify VAT risks and opportunities, implementing controls to mitigate exposure.
• Conduct VAT audits and reviews to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Liaise with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) on VAT enquiries, audits, and disputes.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to provide VAT guidance and support.
• Engage with external advisors and auditors as required.
• Collaborate with the EMEA VAT Manager to ensure alignment and consistency in VAT practices across the region.
• Support delivery of VAT training to relevant teams within the organisation.
• Develop, administer, and maintain VAT compliance procedures.
• Maintain VAT knowledge within the Financial Services Unit team as well as the Financial Shared Service Centre, ensuring continuous learning and development.
• Review and improve VAT-related processes and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Implement VAT software solutions where applicable.

Skills / Experience Required:

• Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CTA, or equivalent) with a strong understanding of UK EU VAT legislation.
• Proven experience in a VAT-focused role within a large organisation, consultancy or HMRC.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills with the ability to convey complex VAT issues to management as appropriate.
• Self-starter and ability to constructively challenge.
• Broad experience of finance and tax technology desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in the use of VAT software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• This role will require occasional travel within the UK.

If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply! Please note that in the event of a high volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to successful applications in the first instance.