VAT Manager

Location: Droitwich

VAT Manager
Salary: £50,000 per annum

Location:

Onsite – Droitwich

Contract:

Permanent, Full-time

Are you an experienced VAT professional with practice-based and advisory experience looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a VAT Manager to join our specialist VAT team on a permanent basis, working onsite from our Droitwich office.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with Partners, deliver high-quality VAT advisory services, and further develop your leadership skills within a commercial accountancy practice environment.

The Role:

What You’ll Be Doing
As a VAT Manager, you will be a confident and technically strong VAT specialist with proven VAT advisory experience gained within an accountancy or tax practice. You will support clients across a range of industries, manage advisory projects, liaise with HMRC, and contribute to the continued growth and success of the VAT function.

Key Responsibilities
Deliver VAT advisory services to clients across regional, national, and international markets
Provide technical VAT advice on complex and non-routine matters
Maintain and update VAT procedures and technical documentation
Represent clients during HMRC VAT inspections and enquiries
Conduct VAT health checks and other advisory projects
Support VAT service marketing and business development activities
Manage VAT project work, including fee agreements and billing
Provide VAT guidance to colleagues and keep clients informed of legislative and regulatory changes
Research and resolve complex VAT technical issues
Mentor and support junior team members, depending on experience

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

Proven VAT experience gained within an accountancy or tax practice
Demonstrable VAT advisory experience, including complex technical work
A motivated professional with a strong desire for career development
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels
Strong IT skills, including experience with accounting and tax software
Extensive technical VAT knowledge, gained in practice and/or HMRC
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
· Desirable

Skills & Qualifications

A professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, and/or CTAWhy Join Us?

Competitive salary of £50,000 per annum
Permanent, full-time role based onsite in Droitwich
A supportive and collaborative team environment
Clear and genuine career progression opportunities
Exposure to a wide range of clients and complex VAT advisory matters
A firm that values internal development and invests in its people