Reference: 4734586Job ID: 5349953Posted: 2026-08-11Closing date: 2026-11-08Location: ManchesterSalary: Up to 50000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Advertising, Media and PR / VAT and Indirect TaxCompany: HaysConsultant: Lucy GilmoreHays office: Manchester — 5th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly PlazaPhone: 01612373388Email: lucy.gilmore@hays.com Your new company Join a progressiveand a fast-growing organisation that values innovation and excellence. You'll bepart of a high-performing tax team within a wider Group Finance function in Manchester,supporting a diverse business environment. The company is committed tofostering a collaborative culture and supporting your professional growth withaccess to experienced colleagues and ongoing training. Your new role This is a key job within the tax team, playing a crucial role in ensuring the Groupmeets its tax reporting, filing and payment obligations across indirect taxes.You will also be involved in enhancing the Group’s tax control environment andsupporting wider business projects with tax insights.Key responsibilitiesinclude: Assisting with the preparation of tax disclosures for Group and subsidiary statutory accounts Preparing and submittingcorporation tax returns for Group companies Preparing UK VAT returns Reviewing and improving theGroup’s tax control environment and maintaining documentation Providing tax advice andsupport on various projects alongside the Head of Tax What you'll need to succeed We’re looking for a Manchester-based VAT accountant who is either fully qualified or part-qualified with at leasttwo years’ experience in a tax-focused role, either within industry orprofessional services. You’ll have: Qualifications such as CTA,ACA, ACCA (or part-qualified) Excellent communicationskills, both verbal and written Strong numeracy, analyticalskills, and the ability to interpret complex information clearly Ideally, experience with VATreturns, Alphatax software, or preparing tax disclosures under IFRS(though not essential) What you'll get in return You’ll receive acompetitive salary of up to 50,000, the flexibility of hybrid working and various benefits. Theorganisation invests in your development with ongoing training opportunitiesand the chance to work alongside experienced professionals who are committed tosupporting your career progression. You’ll be part of a supportive team in aforward-thinking environment where your contributions really make an impact. What you need to do now Ifyou're interested in this VAT accountant job in Manchester, click 'apply now'to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call 0161 237 3388 to discuss thejob in more detail.If thisjob isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new job, pleasecontact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4734586 - Lucy Gilmore
VAT Accountant in Manchester employer: Hays
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