VAT Assistant Manager

Job description

What will you be doing?

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

You will also provide assistance to Managers/Directors/Partners in both client work and in the management of the group. You will be involved in special assignments and advisory projects on an ad hoc basis.

As an Assistant Manager your responsibilities will include among others

• Client work – Undertaking consultancy work and working on a portfolio of complex cases, both advisory and compliance
• Client Service- Giving exceptional client service and be responsible for maintaining regular contact with client team
• Compliance – Ensuring procedures are followed taking account of institute and HMRC guidance where relevant and ensuring department KPIs are met around billing and recovery targets
• Personal Development (Technical & Other) – Attending internal/ external seminars and courses and developing awareness/interest in what other parts of the firm can do to encourage cross-referrals
• Practice Development – Assisting Partners/Directors on marketing activities/approaches to build client base

Qualifications

Skills and Experience

• Significant VAT experience gained within the profession or industry
• Technically capable tax adviser who is able to assist in complex client work Required
• Demonstrable experience of managing people Required
• Appetite to grow business development skills Required
• Strong IT skills Required

Professional Qualifications and Education

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) or tax advisor (CTA)

Additional Information

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