VAT Manager — Hybrid, Advisory & Compliance Lead

VAT Manager | Nottingham | Top 15 Firm | Advisory-Focused Opportunity

Hybrid Working | Nottingham | £55,000 - £65,000 + Benefits

I'm working with a Top 15 accountancy and advisory firm to recruit a VAT Manager into their growing Nottingham team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced indirect tax professional to join a firm that continues to expand its specialist tax offering, with increasing demand for VAT advisory services and a diverse client portfolio spanning a wide range of sectors.

The Opportunity

Joining an established and growing tax team, you'll play a key role in delivering both compliance and advisory services across a varied client base.

The role offers an excellent balance of technical VAT work and client-facing responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building long-term relationships while getting involved in complex advisory projects.

You'll have the autonomy to manage your own portfolio, support clients on technically challenging VAT matters, and work closely with senior leadership on strategic projects.

The Firm

This Top 15 firm has built an outstanding reputation for providing high-quality accounting, tax, and business advisory services to companies across the UK and internationally.

Combining regional strength with international reach, the firm supports businesses of all sizes, from entrepreneurial owner-managed companies through to larger corporate groups and international organisations.

With continued investment in its tax offering and a strong focus on professional development, the firm offers an excellent environment for ambitious tax professionals looking to further their careers.

The Role

As VAT Manager, you'll oversee a portfolio of clients, providing practical and commercially focused VAT advice while ensuring compliance obligations are met.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a portfolio of VAT clients and acting as their main point of contact
• Reviewing VAT returns and ensuring compliance with current legislation
• Delivering advisory projects across a range of VAT matters
• Advising on partial exemption, land and property transactions, and international VAT issues
• Supporting clients with VAT planning and risk management
• Managing HMRC enquiries, investigations, and VAT audits
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Reviewing work completed by junior team members
• Mentoring and developing colleagues within the VAT team
• Identifying opportunities to expand VAT services across existing clients

What You'll Need

• ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent qualified
• Strong VAT / indirect tax experience gained within practice or industry
• Excellent technical knowledge of UK VAT legislation
• Experience advising on complex VAT matters including property, international VAT, or partial exemption
• Proven ability to manage client relationships independently
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Commercial mindset with a proactive approach
• Experience reviewing work and supporting junior team members

Benefits

• Hybrid and flexible working
• Competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000
• Strong mix of compliance and advisory work
• Clear progression opportunities
• Exposure to technically challenging VAT projects
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing professional development
• Opportunity to join a growing tax team within a Top 15 firm

As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

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