VAT Manager/ Senior Manager

ARM LIMITED; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK accountancy firm is seeking a VAT Senior Manager to join its dynamic Indirect Tax team in Manchester. The successful candidate will provide VAT advice to clients, mentor junior staff, and handle complex tax issues. The firm champions a people-focused approach and offers flexibility in a supportive environment. ACA or CTA qualification required.

Benefits

Market leading benefits

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• Significant experience in UK VAT and indirect tax advisory.
• Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide VAT advice to a broad portfolio of UK and international clients.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Mentor and support junior colleagues in their development.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify new opportunities.
• Lead on complex VAT issues.

Skills

UK VAT advisory

Commercial acumen

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Salary: Competitive + market leading benefits. ACA or CTA qualification required. A leading UK accountancy firm is looking for a VAT Senior Manager to join its growing Indirect Tax team. This is a great opportunity for a commercially minded professional to shape their role in a flexible, people-focused environment. The firm offers a modern alternative to traditional practices, with genuine flexibility, forward-thinking leadership, and strong support for career growth.

If you are interested in learning more, please apply directly to this advert to be considered for this opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Provide VAT advice to a broad portfolio of UK and international clients
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Mentor and support junior colleagues in their development
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify new opportunities
• Take the lead on complex VAT issues and deliver exceptional service
• Remain informed about clients’ business models to anticipate indirect tax implications

Qualifications

• Significant experience in UK VAT and indirect tax advisory
• Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage client relationships
• Proactive and entrepreneurial approach to problem-solving
• Flexibility to focus on technical work, client development, or a blend of both

About the Advertiser

This vacancy is being advertised by Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. ARM is an award-winning, multidisciplinary recruitment agency renowned for excellence in delivering contingency recruitment, permanent placements, and bespoke talent management solutions across IT, engineering, defence, and business sectors. Our expertise lies in supplying both mainstream and niche permanent and contract professionals to a diverse range of industries in the public and private sectors across UK and EMEA regions. Flexible and adaptable, ARM continuously innovate, driving first-class candidates and consistently surpassing client satisfaction targets.