VAT (Indirect Tax) Manager

Are you a VAT expert looking for a new challenge? Do you thrive in a professional yet relaxed environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Requirements:

• CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience); CTA study supports available
• Strong experience in public practice, with the ability to manage a VAT client portfolio
• Proven track record in handling complex VAT assignments
• Skilled in tax software and advanced use of Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong relationship-building abilities with clients and colleagues
• Strategic thinker with commercial awareness and sound judgement
• Proactive, self-motivated, and solutions focused
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and resources effectively

Duties:

• Oversee a portfolio of complex clients, managing VAT, indirect tax, and/or customs compliance and advisory work
• Lead and coordinate complex assignments, drawing on input from specialist teams as needed
• Review team outputs, ensuring quality, accuracy, and proper documentation
• Respond to client queries on VAT and/or customs issues, resolving them or escalating to Directors/Partners
• Identify tax planning opportunities and present recommendations to senior leadership
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and risk management procedures
• Prepare budgets and fee proposals; monitor and manage fee recovery
• Act as a key liaison for clients and collaborate with colleagues across departments to deliver excellent service
• Support business development by identifying opportunities with new and existing clients
• Manage team resourcing, delegate work effectively, and ensure deadlines are met
• Provide coaching and feedback to junior team members, including regular 1:1s and performance reviews
• Promote ESG initiatives, including environmental awareness and community engagement
• Uphold values of fairness, transparency, and respect in all professional interactions

Join this dynamic team and make a real impact! Apply today to take the next step in your accounting career. Should you meet the minimum requirements for this position, you can forward your comprehensive CV to finance.careers@mspstaffing.co.uk . Alternatively, you can contact the team on 020 3814 7885 (UK).

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Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.