VAT Assistant Manager
Cambridge | Up to £55,000 per annum + excellent benefits | Permanent
An opportunity has arisen for a professionally qualified and experienced VAT professional to join an established specialist VAT team within a professional services practice.
This role will involve providing technical VAT advice to a varied client base, supporting senior colleagues on complex assignments and contributing to the continued development of the VAT service. The successful candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, commercial awareness and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues.
THE ROLE
- Provide VAT advice to clients and colleagues across a broad range of VAT matters.
- Work closely with clients, HMRC and internal teams to deliver high-quality technical advice.
- Support senior colleagues in delivering complex VAT assignments.
- Identify VAT planning opportunities for existing and prospective clients.
- Identify potential business development and marketing opportunities.
- Contribute to proposals and presentations for prospective clients.
- Uphold quality assurance standards and ensure the delivery of accurate technical work.
- Provide excellent client care and work collaboratively with colleagues across the practice.
- Share technical knowledge and proactively resolve client and assignment-related issues.
- Contribute to continuous improvement and the wider commercial objectives of the VAT team.
YOUR BACKGROUND
- ATT qualified or equivalent professional qualification.
- Strong VAT experience gained within professional services or a similar environment.
- CTA qualification would be advantageous.
- Excellent technical knowledge and the ability to communicate complex VAT matters clearly.
- Commercial awareness and an interest in identifying business development opportunities.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments to deadline.
- A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.
- Commitment to maintaining technical knowledge and delivering high standards of client service.
THE OPPORTUNITY
This is an opportunity to develop your VAT career within an experienced specialist team, gaining exposure to a broad range of technical assignments and client matters.
The role offers opportunities for professional training, mentoring and collaboration across different service lines. A hybrid working arrangement supports a healthy work-life balance, alongside an environment focused on technical development and career progression.
VAT Assistant Manager - Cambridge employer: Taxation
Taxation in Manchester is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee development and collaboration. With a competitive salary and benefits package, including a clear progression path to Tax Manager, employees enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working model while engaging with high-net-worth clients in a supportive environment that fosters professional growth.
