VAT Manager

KC Group is partnering with a fast-growing, innovative organisation to recruit a VAT Manager to join their high-performing Tax function. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a commercially focused VAT advisory role where you'll play a key part in shaping VAT strategy, managing risk, and supporting business growth.

The Indirect Tax Advisory team is central to delivering high-quality VAT guidance across the business. You'll work closely with operational and finance teams, influencing decision-making on everything from new product offerings to complex cross-border transactions.

This role offers a strong blend of advisory, business partnering, and process improvement-ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with stakeholders and driving real change.

Key Responsibilities Advisory & Business Partnering

• Provide practical, timely VAT advice to stakeholders across finance and operational teams
• Support business initiatives, projects, and transactions to ensure correct VAT treatment
• Act as a key point of contact for VAT-related queries across the organisation

Controls, Risk & Process Improvement

• Review and enhance VAT controls, processes, and documentation
• Identify and implement opportunities for system and process improvements
• Contribute to VAT considerations in finance system and process changes

Compliance & Stakeholder Support

• Support the Head of Indirect Tax with HMRC enquiries and audits
• Assist with VAT return reviews and compliance activities where required
• Deliver VAT training and guidance to non-tax teams (AP, Sales, Finance Ops)

Team Contribution

• Mentor junior team members, providing guidance and reviewing work where appropriate

About You

• Significant UK VAT experience gained in practice or industry
• Strong working knowledge of UK VAT legislation, accounting processes, and reporting
• Professionally qualified (ACCA / ACA / ATT or equivalent)
• Experience supporting system changes or process improvement initiatives
• Exposure to advisory work, particularly on transactions or cross-functional projects