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VAT Manager - Top 50 Accountancy Firm Location: Central London Salary: £65,000 - £80,000 + Benefits
About The Firm: Our client is a prestigious Top 50 accountancy firm with an excellent reputation for their indirect tax services. Their VAT team works with a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, including property, retail, financial services, and international trade.
Role Overview: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced VAT Manager to join their growing indirect tax team in London. The successful candidate will manage complex VAT matters for a varied client portfolio while developing the practice and mentoring junior team members.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a portfolio of VAT clients across various sectors
- Provide technical VAT advice on complex transactions and structures
- Review VAT returns and manage compliance processes
- Handle HMRC enquiries and develop relationships with tax authorities
- Lead VAT advisory projects including:
- International supply chain structuring
- Partial exemption methods
- Land and property transactions
- Brexit-related implications
- E-commerce and digital services
- Conduct VAT health checks and due diligence reviews
- Support partners with proposals and business development activities
- Mentor and develop junior team members
- Contribute to the firm's thought leadership and technical updates
- Manage client relationships and identify additional service opportunities
Technical Requirements:
- Strong knowledge of UK VAT legislation and EU VAT principles
- Experience with complex partial exemption calculations
- Understanding of international VAT/GST systems
- Expertise in land and property VAT rules
- Knowledge of VAT implications for different business sectors
- Experience with Making Tax Digital requirements
- Understanding of customs duties and international trade
Required Experience:
- Minimum 5-7 years VAT experience
- Previous experience at manager level
- CTA/ACA qualification (or equivalent)
- Experience managing client relationships
- Strong technical writing skills
- Project management capabilities
- Team leadership experience
