In-house VAT Manager

We are seeking an experienced VAT Manager to lead indirect tax compliance and advisory activities across a technically complex UK business from a VAT perspective. This role offers the opportunity to work at the centre of a dynamic organisation, ensuring Indirect Tax obligations are managed effectively. This is a highly visible role requiring strong technical expertise, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across multiple business functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical review of UK and Irish VAT returns.
• Preparation of VAT returns as required.
• Ongoing assessment of any changes required to the VAT return procedure as a result of business and/or regulatory changes.
• Managing VAT queries raised by the business.
• Provision of technically accurate and commercially aware VAT advice that can be applied practically by the business.
• VAT Subject Matter Expert for projects across the business, providing technical expertise and a framework for VAT compliant change.
• Provision of VAT training to teams across the business.
• Supporting the wider tax team in undertaking periodic review of direct tax statutory compliance filings, as and when required.
• Working with the Head of Tax to maintain good working relationships with HMRC and external advisors.