VAT Senior Manager

Job Description

What will you be doing?

We're seeking a talented individual at Senior Manager level to join our VAT Tax Team in the North, which is responsible for providing VAT compliance and advisory services for a wide range of business clients.

You will be managing your own portfolio of clients, working with Directors or alone on complicated consultancy and advisory projects. A significant part of the role will be managing client relationships and identifying opportunities on existing clients as well as potentially developing a specialist field of technical and/or sector knowledge and expertise.

As a Senior Manager your responsibilities will include; 

• Overseeing complex VAT projects and engagements, ensuring high-quality deliverables and client satisfaction
• Developing and implementing VAT strategies to minimize tax liabilities and maximize efficiency 
• Providing expert advice on VAT matters to clients, including multinational corporations and high-net-worth individuals
• Leading and managing a team of VAT professionals, providing mentorship and guidance to develop their skills and expertise
• Staying up-to-date with changes in VAT legislation and communicate implications to clients 
• Collaborating with other tax and advisory teams to provide comprehensive solutions to clients
• Contributing to business development initiatives, including proposal writing and client presentations
• Managing client relationships and act as a trusted advisor on VAT-related matters
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of VAT operations

Qualifications

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in VAT consulting or corporate tax roles
• Proven track record of successfully leading and managing teams
• Advanced knowledge of VAT regulations and compliance
• In-depth understanding of VAT legislation and its practical application
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Experience in building and maintaining client relationships
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Professional tax qualification (e.g., CTA, ACA, ACCA)

Additional Information

As a colleague here at S&W you will have access to benefits that include

• Competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Pension contribution
• Hybrid working model (role dependent)
• Generous holiday package
• Option to purchase additional holiday
• Shared parental leave
• Fully funded training towards professional qualifications
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Eye care support

We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we’re delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workplace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.

We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate for your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.