At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and transform data using Excel, Power Apps, and Alteryx for VAT compliance.
- Company: Join a leading financial services firm with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to work independently and collaborate with diverse teams.
- Why this job: Make an impact by ensuring accurate VAT reporting and compliance.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in VAT compliance and strong experience in financial services.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
What you will do:
- Use tools such as Excel, Power Apps, Copilot and Alteryx to manage and transform data including:
- Reviewing VAT Returns, reconciliations and supporting analysis
- Analysing large and complex data sets to support VAT reporting and issue resolutions
- Apply VAT Rules to transactions and ensure the correct 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
What you will bring:
- Relevant qualification such as ATT, VAT Compliance Diploma, ACCA, or AAT preferred
- Strong VAT compliance experience, ideally in financial services or a large corporate
- 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
- Strong Excel skills
- Experience with Power Query or Alteryx is beneficial
- 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 work with a range of stakeholders
Assistant VAT Manager (Maternity Cover- 9 month secondment) employer: Lloyds Banking Group
As an Assistant VAT Manager, you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment that values your expertise and encourages professional growth. Our company offers a collaborative work culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities for continuous learning, all while being located in a vibrant area that fosters innovation and teamwork. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the financial services sector, where your contributions will be recognised and rewarded.
We think you need these skills to ace Assistant VAT Manager (Maternity Cover- 9 month secondment)
Excel
Power Apps
Copilot
Alteryx
VAT Returns Review
Data Analysis
UK VAT Legislation
