Assistant VAT Manager – Group Tax

Responsibilities

• Use of tools such as Excel, Power Apps, Copilot and Alteryx to manage and transform data, including reviewing VAT returns, reconciliations and supporting analysis, and analysing large and complex data sets to support VAT reporting and issue resolution.
• Apply VAT rules to transactions to ensure accurate treatment across systems.
• Support VAT assurance reviews and audits.
• Identify process gaps, control weaknesses, and support practical improvements.
• Work with finance and business teams to gather data and resolve VAT queries.
• Prepare clear documentation to support compliance, controls, and audit requirements.
• Deliver work in line with established tax control frameworks and procedures.
• Support the VAT team in responding to advisory queries from the business.
• Apply working knowledge of UK VAT legislation and HMRC guidance to support decisions.

• A relevant qualification such as ATT, VAT Compliance Diploma, ACCA or AAT is preferred; alternatively, substantial experience in a finance function may provide equivalent expertise.
• Experience with VAT compliance.
• Proven experience reviewing complex VAT returns and supporting audits.
• Good working knowledge of UK VAT law and its practical application.
• Ability to apply VAT guidance to transactions and data.
• Confidence working with large datasets and translating data into clear outputs.
• Experience with finance systems such as Oracle ERP and SAP Ariba.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate with a range of partners.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Experience with Power Query or Alteryx.
• Experience in financial services or a large corporate setting.