VAT Compliance Assistant Manager - Outsourced Accounting Services - London

Menzies is an equal opportunities employer which means that we recruit, employ, train, pay, and promote regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. We are building a first-class team and, to do so, we know that we need a diverse mix of talented people doing their best work.

If you're ready to make an impact, lead with purpose, and work in a place where your voice truly matters, keep reading!

We have a great opportunity for a VAT Compliance Assistant Manager within our Outsourced Accounting Services to join our team in the London office. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing part of our business in a management role, leading a portfolio of clients while helping to develop and support a high-performing Financial Outsourcing team.

With a strong focus on VAT compliance and advisory, you'll work with a diverse range of UK VAT registered businesses, both in the UK and internationally. You'll build trusted client relationships, provide expert guidance, and play a key role in delivering an exceptional client experience while supporting the continued growth of the team and service line.

Why Menzies?

• People First: Our work-life balance isn't just talk. From agile working to generous leave, we create space for what matters to you.
• Work with Inspiring Clients: You'll be working with a range of clients so no two days will be the same.
• Collaborate Across The Firm: Working with various people across the firm to raise the profile of Menzies Academy.
• Innovate with Purpose: We're always looking for better ways to work leveraging tech, simplifying complexities, and delivering value.
• Empathy at Our Core: We don't just serve our clients; we build trusted relationships that stand the test of time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, delivering VAT compliance and advisory services tailored to their needs.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Financial Outsourcing professionals, ensuring high-quality work and a positive team culture.
• Advise clients on UK and cross-border VAT matters, including import VAT, PIVA, and the international trade of goods and services.
• Build trusted client relationships, managing priorities, deadlines, and expectations with confidence.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm to deliver a seamless, joined-up service spanning outsourcing, tax, accounts, and advisory.
• Support the team's commercial success by delivering excellent client service while meeting financial and operational objectives.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise:

• Qualifications: ACA, ACCA or CTA qualified is desirable, but we're equally happy to consider candidates who are qualified by experience.
• Skills & Experience: Strong UK VAT compliance knowledge, including experience with cross-border VAT. Experience preparing and reviewing VAT returns. Confident using cloud-based accounting software. Previous experience managing a client portfolio and building strong client relationships. Experience leading, coaching, and developing a team. Commercially minded, organised, and able to adapt to a variety of client needs.

You'll Thrive If You:

• Communicate confidently and build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Take pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work and leading by example.
• Enjoy developing people and creating a collaborative team environment.
• Bring a proactive, solutions-focused approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Travel: Occasional travel to other Menzies offices may be required.

Job Benefits:

Why Join Us? At Menzies, we know that success starts with our people. That's why we offer:

• Career Development: From learning opportunities to career coaching, we'll help you achieve your goals.
• Competitive Benefits: Private medical cover, pension matching, and enhanced parental leave, to name a few.
• Flexibility That Works for You: Agile working is embedded in our culture.
• Perks That Go Beyond: From volunteering days to wellbeing initiatives, we care about your whole self.

About Menzies LLP:

Menzies is a proudly independent UK business advisory and accountancy practice with true national coverage and international connections. As a full-service firm with strong sector specialisms, we have a proven track record supporting both businesses, not-for-profits and individuals to successfully reach their financial goals. We focus on optimising clients' businesses financially, operationally, and strategically. We employ approximately 1100 trusted advisors in Audit, Tax & Advisory Services, across 11 locations UK wide. Our industry sector specialisation sets us apart. Expert teams work in collaboration with each other delivering a host of business, tax and commercial advisory projects over and above the market leading assurance and compliance work undertaken for UK and International clients. We continue to take a relationship-led approach to our client relationships. We use our Brighter Thinking methodology to empower clients with greater confidence and certainty in the face of increasing complexity.