VAT Manager – Solihull
Solihull, West Midlands
Hybrid & Flexible Working
Competitive Salary
We are recruiting a VAT Manager Solihull for a leading, growing accountancy and advisory firm. This is a senior, client-facing role for an experienced VAT professional looking to manage VAT compliance, deliver advisory projects, and mentor junior staff within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. This position offers exposure to complex VAT work, a diverse client portfolio, and the opportunity to influence the firm’s VAT strategy.
The Role
As VAT Manager Solihull, you will manage a varied portfolio of clients, delivering VAT compliance and advisory services across corporate, property, and owner-managed business sectors. You will prepare and review complex VAT returns, advise on corporate transactions, restructures, partial exemption, business/non-business apportionments, and intercompany arrangements. You will act as the trusted point of contact for clients, lawyers, and professional advisors, and liaise directly with HMRC during inspections and audits.
Mentoring and developing junior colleagues is a key part of this role. You will support technical growth, contribute to internal VAT training, and help build a collaborative, inclusive team culture. You will also work with partners to identify new business opportunities, contribute to proposals and pitches, and expand the firm’s VAT advisory offering.
About You
You will be ACA, ATT, or CTA qualified (CTA preferred) with strong experience in VAT advisory and compliance within a UK accountancy or advisory practice. You will have excellent technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and a proven track record of delivering complex VAT projects.
You are proactive, client-focused, and enjoy mentoring junior staff while building long-term client relationships. Excellent communication, problem-solving skills, and a practical approach to VAT are essential for success.
What’s on Offer
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Senior, client-facing role with influence on VAT strategy
Exposure to complex and high-value VAT advisory work
Opportunities to mentor and develop junior staff
Collaborative and supportive team culture
Competitive salary and benefits package
Location
Solihull, West Midlands
Easily commutable from Birmingham, Coventry, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick, and surrounding areas
Apply
For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact Jack Wood at jack@oscar-wood.co.uk or 07817 796391.