VAT Assistant Manager – Accountancy Practice
London
Hybrid & Flexible Working
Competitive, based on experience
A leading accountancy practice in London is seeking a VAT Assistant Manager to join its growing VAT and Indirect Tax team.
This is a pivotal role within a dynamic practice, ideal for a CTA-qualified accountant with VAT experience looking to advance their advisory and managerial skills.
The Role
- Provide technical advice on a wide range of VAT and Indirect Tax matters, supported by legislation, case law and technical analysis
- Liaise with clients and colleagues, offering guidance and practical solutions
- Represent clients in correspondence and negotiations with HMRC
- Plan and manage assignments, ensuring high-quality, timely and budgeted delivery
- Conduct VAT health checks and in-depth reviews of client systems to ensure compliance and efficiency
- Support a wide range of clients, from private individuals to large corporates, with practical VAT application
- Assist with demand-led VAT queries across the business
- Promote the VAT advisory service both internally and externally
- Deal with HMRC correspondence, telephone calls, and enquiries
- Provide general support to the VAT team as required
Candidate Profile
- CTA-qualified (essential)
- Minimum 6 months post-qualified VAT experience, ideally within a VAT team
- Experience providing VAT advisory services in practice or industry
- Strong technical, analytical, and commercial skills
- Ability to exercise good judgement and manage risk
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Organised and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Confident, tactful, and discreet professional manner
- Strong team player, but able to work independently
- Proactive “can-do” attitude with a positive outlook
- IT proficient and quick to learn new systems
- Full UK driving licence to travel between offices
What’s on Offer
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- Exposure to a wide range of clients, including large corporate and private individuals
- Work within a growing, supportive VAT and Indirect Tax team
- Opportunity to develop technical and commercial VAT expertise
- Chance to contribute to the expansion of the VAT advisory service
- Collaborative, professional environment with career progression opportunities
Location
- London – central office location
Next Steps
This role is ideal for a CTA-qualified accountant with experience in VAT advisory or compliance seeking a hands-on, client-facing, managerial position within a growing and dynamic accountancy practice.
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch Jack Wood on jack@oscar-wood.co.uk or 07817 796391