VAT Manager

VAT Manager – Taunton, Somerset – Top 20 Firm

Are you a CTA qualified VAT Manager ready to take the next step in your career? Does working for one of the leading accountancy firms in the South West appeal to you?

Our client is one of the largest independent firms of chartered accountants in South West England, with c1,000 staff, as well as being a member of one of the largest international networks. This combination offers an unrivalled breadth of clients from small start-up firms to large multi-national corporates.

Ranked as one of the UK’s best places to work in terms of well-being and development as well as award winning as a great employer, this firm takes providing an inclusive and positive work environment seriously. They are recruiting for a VAT Manager in their Torquay office!

VAT Manager responsibilities include:

Overseeing a portfolio of complex clients, managing VAT, indirect tax, and/or customs compliance and advisory work
Leading and coordinating assignments, drawing on input from specialist teams as needed
Reviewing team outputs, ensuring quality, accuracy, and proper documentation
Responding to client queries on VAT and/or customs issues, resolving them or escalating to Director/Partners
Preparing budgets and fee proposals; monitor and manage fee recovery
Acting as a key liaison for clients and collaborating with colleagues across departments to deliver excellent service
Supporting business development by identifying opportunities with new and existing clients

As a VAT Manager, you will be/have:

ACCA or ATT/CTA qualified
Over 5 Years’ Indirect Tax experience
Managing a portfolio of VAT clients responsible for the delivery of all aspects of assignments
Experience with VAT advisory
Staff management experience

In return, as a VAT Manager, you will receive: