Job Description
VAT Manager – Bristol
Location: Bristol, South West
Job Type: Permanent | Hybrid Working
Salary: Competitive Salary + Benefits
We are recruiting a VAT Manager on behalf of a highly regarded and growing accountancy and business advisory firm in Bristol.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced VAT Manager, Indirect Tax Manager, or ambitious VAT professional to join a supportive and forward-thinking tax team, managing a varied portfolio of clients and delivering complex VAT, indirect tax, and customs advice.
The Role
As a VAT Manager, you will manage a portfolio of clients while taking the lead on complex VAT and indirect tax assignments.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing a portfolio of VAT and indirect tax clients
- Delivering VAT compliance and advisory services
- Advising clients on complex VAT, indirect tax, and customs matters
- Leading technical VAT assignments from planning through to completion
- Reviewing VAT work and ensuring high technical and quality standards
- Responding to client queries and providing practical, commercially focused advice
- Identifying VAT planning opportunities and additional advisory work
- Preparing fee proposals, managing budgets, WIP, and fee recovery
- Working closely with Directors, Partners, and specialist teams
- Supporting business development and identifying opportunities with new and existing clients
- Managing workloads and delegating work effectively
- Coaching and mentoring junior members of the VAT team
About You
You'll have:
- CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualification, or equivalent experience
- Strong VAT experience gained within a UK accountancy practice or professional services environment
- Proven experience managing a VAT client portfolio
- Strong technical knowledge of UK VAT and indirect tax
- Experience handling complex VAT advisory assignments
- Excellent client relationship and communication skills
- Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
- A proactive and collaborative approach
Experience with customs and international indirect tax would be advantageous.
What's on Offer
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Varied VAT and Indirect Tax client portfolio
- Exposure to complex advisory projects
- Leadership and mentoring opportunities
- Ongoing technical and professional development
- Clear career progression
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
Location
Bristol, South West
Commutable from Bath, Keynsham, Portishead, Weston-super-Mare, Clevedon, Yate, Thornbury, and surrounding areas.
Apply
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Jack Wood:
VAT Manager - Bristol employer: Oscar Wood
Join a highly respected and growing accountancy practice in London, where you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that values professional development and mentorship. As a Tax Trusts Manager, you'll enjoy competitive salary packages, hybrid working options, and the opportunity to manage prestigious private client portfolios while receiving ongoing support for your career growth. With excellent transport links and a focus on advisory work, this role offers a meaningful and rewarding employment experience in the heart of London.
