VAT Senior Manager

Ambition; England; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A Top 20 Accountancy Practice is seeking a highly experienced VAT Senior Manager to lead VAT advisory projects and mentor junior staff. This fully remote role is ideal for professionals with strong knowledge of UK and EU VAT regulations and proven track records in professional settings. A competitive salary and flexible working arrangements are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for career progression

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in VAT.
• Ability to manage complex advisory projects and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Experience in a professional services environment or in-house VAT role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage VAT advisory projects for a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Provide expert guidance on UK and EU VAT legislation.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of UK and EU VAT regulations

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Commercial awareness

Education

ACA/CTA qualified or equivalent

Job description

Job: VAT Senior Manager

Location: Fully Remote

Overview

A Top 20 Accountancy Practice are seeking a highly experienced and commercially astute VAT Senior Manager to join their dynamic Indirect Tax team. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise in VAT and a proven track record of advising clients across a range of sectors. You will play a pivotal role in delivering strategic VAT solutions, managing complex projects, and mentoring junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage VAT advisory projects for a diverse portfolio of clients, including multinational corporations, SMEs, and public sector entities
• Provide expert guidance on UK and EU VAT legislation, compliance, and planning opportunities
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on indirect tax matters
• Collaborate with internal teams across tax, legal, and finance to deliver integrated solutions
• Review and sign off technical VAT reports, risk assessments, and client communications
• Support business development initiatives, including proposal writing and client pitches
• Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence

Requirements

• ACA/CTA qualified or equivalent, with significant post-qualification experience in VAT
• Strong technical knowledge of UK and EU VAT regulations
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex advisory projects and deliver high‑quality outcomes
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Commercial awareness and ability to identify opportunities for clients and the firm
• Experience in a professional services environment or in‑house VAT role preferred

What's to Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• A collaborative and inclusive team culture

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