Project Manager - Global VAT Compliance and Reporting Services (GCRS)

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions – we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

Make an Impact at RSM UK

Are you ready to drive excellence in global VAT compliance? Join our team at RSM UK as a Project Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping our VAT compliance services across the UK, EU, and beyond. You’ll be at the heart of a dynamic team, ensuring quality and efficiency in tax reporting for a diverse portfolio of clients. As a Project Manager in one of our national offices, you will oversee and manage the end-to-end process of coordinating new client engagements, client onboarding and ongoing compliance delivery. This position demands exceptional organisational skills, the ability to manage multiple cross‑functional projects simultaneously, and strong communication skills. You will play a central, cross‑functional role connecting both internal and external stakeholders and ensuring seamless execution across processes.

You will make an impact by:

• Tracking and reporting of client deadlines, ensuring on‑time delivery and a premium service is continually delivered.
• Being the primary point of contact for new client engagements.
• Managing the new client onboarding process from start to finish, ensuring a smooth and positive experience.
• Coordinating internal teams to ensure all aspects of new client engagements are handled efficiently and effectively.
• Being involved in the financial management of the department, specifically overseeing cost management processes and coordination of billing procedures and monthly reporting.
• Acting as a conduit between our department and other business units within RSM, enhancing collaboration and joint opportunities.

What we are looking for

Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you! We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:

Preferred qualifications and experience:

• Project Management experience.
• Experience of working within the professional services sector.
• Business agility related certifications are preferred but not essential.
• Exposure to accounting principles and/or VAT Compliance and systems is not essential but useful.
• Line management experience is preferred but not essential.

Skills and competencies:

• People first: Excels at working in a collaborative team, focusing on premium service delivery.
• Continuous improvement mindset: consistently seeking better outcomes for the team and driven to develop personally.
• Organised: effective time management and prioritisation, deadline driven.
• Proactive: uses own initiative to identify work and potential issues, self‑motivated to resolve and suggest improvements.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with an ability to liaise with clients and colleagues at all levels.
• Ability to tailor approach depending on individual and context.
• Working knowledge of Excel is essential.
• Attention to detail.
• Team focus: ability to work closely and collaborate with peers to achieve common goals.
• Flexibility and adaptability to deliver upon changing priorities and requirements.

What we can offer you

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have a fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• Hybrid and Flexible working
• 26 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days)
• Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our in‑house Talent Development team.

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That’s why we’re working together to ensure our firm’s principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.