VAT Manager - Compliance in Bristol

Apply for the VAT Manager – Compliance role at IVC Evidensia UK. At IVC Evidensia, we are a leading veterinary services provider in Europe and North America with more than 2,500 clinics and hospitals across 19 countries and around 41,000 employees. We aim to have an extraordinary impact on animal lives, supporting around 25,000 animals every single day across our international network. IVC Evidensia exists to champion the long‑term health and welfare of animals and deliver our purpose of Healthy Animals, Happy Owners.

We are looking for a dynamic and rapidly growing team member for our Indirect Tax team. Reporting directly to the Head of Indirect Taxes, this role provides ownership of VAT compliance for selected regions and the opportunity to support and collaborate closely with commercial operations. Additionally, you will provide VAT technical support across the IVC Evidensia Group and, where appropriate, directly manage a team of VAT Associates.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Provide VAT technical support to the Head of Indirect Taxes or directly to the business, including expertise on VAT rates, partial exemption methodology, treatment of rebates, integration of new businesses.
• Manage, support, and review the outputs of VAT Associates who prepare all VAT returns across the Group.
• Manage the VAT control framework, identifying and implementing process improvements while ensuring compliance with the Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements.
• Provide support on ad‑hoc project work, such as implementing the Group’s new ERP system, advising on M&A or one‑off restructuring projects.

Experience / Qualifications

• Qualified accountant or tax advisor.
• Several years post‑qualification with evidence of CPD.
• Experience in practice or industry (or a combination).
• Proven track record in VAT.
• Working knowledge of VAT across multiple territories.
• Ability to understand and explain technical issues.
• Understanding and ability to quantify, communicate and manage VAT risk.
• Effective communicator; able to build strong relationships with colleagues in other countries and departments and with third‑party advisors.
• Desire to identify improvements and drive change.
• Strong time‑management skills; comfortable working on multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to understand issues and identify potential solutions.
• Capable of working in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment.
• Desire to grow with the role as the Group continues to expand.

Diversity, Equality, Inclusion & Belonging

We are committed to diversity, equality, inclusion and belonging. We welcome candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to consider candidates with disabilities and long‑term health conditions and can discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary
• Work‑life balance
• 26 days annual leave
• Cycle‑to‑Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee well‑being
• Pension
• Discretionary bonus
• Discounted staff pet care
• Dog‑friendly office
• Free parking available at Head Office

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analysing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Legal

Industry: Veterinary Services