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Indirect Tax - Compliance Manager

Gleeson Recruitment Group
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Nuneaton, Leicestershire CV136BW, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Interim VAT Compliance Manager position is a 12-month fixed-term contract based in Nuneaton with hybrid working options, requiring a minimum of two days in the office each week.
  • The role offers a competitive salary and is ideal for a VAT compliance specialist with strong experience across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Candidates should possess a tax or accounting qualification such as ATT, CTA, ICAEW, or ICAS, along with a proven track record in VAT compliance.
  • Key responsibilities include preparing and submitting VAT returns for the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, and Belgium, as well as enhancing VAT processes and controls.
  • Experience in the retail sector and understanding of indirect tax and customs are desirable, while strong data analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this role.
Interim VAT Compliance Manager (12-Month FTC)

?? Nuneaton (Hybrid - Minimum 2 Days in Office)?? Competitive Salary + Benefits

The Role

A great opportunity for an experienced VAT compliance specialist to take on a key role within a dynamic business. This position focuses on ensuring accurate and timely VAT compliance across multiple jurisdictions while driving process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

? VAT Compliance & Reporting:

  • Prepare and submit UK, Ireland, Netherlands, and Belgium VAT returns within required deadlines.
  • Manage VAT compliance independently or with tax associate support, depending on the jurisdiction.
  • Ensure accurate VAT account reconciliations, maintaining strong financial controls.

? Process & Control Enhancements:

  • File Intrastat, OSS, IOSS, and other VAT statistical returns for UK and EU entities.
  • Work closely with the VAT team to develop and document key VAT processes.
  • Identify and implement efficiency improvements to enhance VAT processes.

? Advisory & Collaboration:

  • Provide ad hoc indirect tax advice to support business operations.
  • Work alongside the VAT Manager and Head of Tax Compliance to embed process improvements.
  • Potential involvement in export VAT compliance and associated reporting.
The Person

?? Tax or Accounting Qualification - ATT, CTA, ICAEW, ICAS, or equivalent.?? Strong VAT Compliance Experience - Proven track record of delivering accurate VAT compliance across multiple jurisdictions.?? Retail Sector Knowledge - Desirable but not essential.?? Understanding of Indirect Tax & Customs - Experience with VAT implications of goods movement is beneficial.?? Data & Analytical Skills - Strong data manipulation and interrogation abilities.?? Organised & Detail-Oriented - Ability to prioritise tasks and support junior team members.

Location & Working Arrangements

This role is based in Nuneaton, with occasional travel to London or other business locations. Hybrid working is supported, with a minimum of two days in the office per week.

If you're an experienced VAT specialist looking for an impactful interim role, we'd love to hear from you!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.