VAT Manager

RSM UK; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Southampton is looking for a VAT Manager to identify and advise on VAT planning opportunities and manage client portfolios. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications, experience in tax and client handling, and a proactive approach to business development. This full-time role offers 27 days of holiday, hybrid working options, and access to a range of health and wellbeing benefits. Join a fast-growing firm committed to delivering premium services to middle-market businesses.

Benefits

27 days holiday

Hybrid working

Health and wellbeing benefits

Individual healthcare cover

Access to a suite of 300+ courses

Qualifications

• Proven experience in client handling and project management.
• Proven tax experience in producing high quality work within budget.
• Proven indirect tax experience and effective team leadership skills.
• An interest or aptitude for business development.

Responsibilities

• Identify and advise on VAT planning opportunities.
• Serve as the principal point of contact for clients on VAT queries.
• Collaborate across service lines to seek new business opportunities.
• Develop advanced technical knowledge through personal development.

Education

CTA or ATII qualified, or equivalent

Accounting qualification such as ACA or ACCA

Job description

VAT Manager – RSM UK – Southampton

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, aiming 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.

Overview

Join the VAT team at RSM UK. Our VAT specialists work closely with colleagues across the firm to provide a joined‑up service to a diverse range of clients, from middle‑market businesses to large corporations, combining expertise in accounting, audit and all relevant taxes.

Responsibilities

• Identify and advise on VAT planning opportunities and undertake specialist technical assignments.
• Identify, interview and convert prospective clients and assist other departments in researching and preparing formal proposals for new work.
• Serve as the principal point of contact for clients on VAT queries and work closely with partners, directors and associate directors to manage a client portfolio.
• Develop an advanced level of technical knowledge through personal development opportunities.
• Collaborate across service lines to proactively seek opportunities to generate new business in the region.

Qualifications & Experience

• Preferably CTA or ATII qualified, or equivalent, ideally with an accounting qualification such as ACA or ACCA.
• Proven experience in client handling and project management.
• Proven tax experience in producing high quality work within budget.
• Proven indirect tax experience and effective team leadership skills.
• An interest or aptitude for business development.

What We Offer

• 27 days holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days).
• Hybrid working.
• Lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits including financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.
• Individual healthcare cover.
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our in‑house talent development team.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting / Auditing & Finance

Industries

Accounting