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VAT Manager | High-Quality Advisory Work with a National VAT Team
Edinburgh
About the Firm
This firm is a leading accountancy and advisory practice with a strong UK-wide presence and an impressive track record of client service. Their VAT function is fully integrated across the business, giving team members the chance to work closely with specialists in audit, outsourcing, and private wealth. The culture is collaborative, people-focused, and rooted in professional excellence, providing the tools and flexibility needed to thrive in a modern working environment.
About the Role
This is a high-impact, full-time position within a well-established and nationally recognised VAT advisory team. You’ll deliver strategic and technical VAT advice across a diverse portfolio including owner-managed businesses, large corporates, private clients, and not-for-profit organisations. Key responsibilities include:
* Advising on a wide range of VAT matters, covering HMRC disputes, transaction treatment, complex liabilities, and land/property issues
* Managing client relationships and delivering advisory services in person, virtually, and in writing
* Reviewing and signing off complex VAT returns
* Supporting the national VAT practice in business development, sector-specific initiatives, and internal training
* Playing an active role in team leadership and national practice group collaboration
The team comprises 13 professionals, working collaboratively across offices and service lines to offer joined-up, commercially focused advice.
About the Ideal Candidate
This role would suit someone with strong VAT advisory experience across a range of sectors, ideally with exposure to land and property VAT. You’ll be comfortable managing client relationships, translating complex VAT concepts into practical advice, and identifying opportunities for added value. Confidence in scoping, delivering, and billing advisory work is essential, as is a proactive, consultative approach. A willingness to contribute to marketing activity, thought leadership, and occasional public speaking is welcome.
* 35-hour working week with hybrid model (up to 3 days from home)
* Contributory pension scheme and life assurance
* 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
* Discretionary bonus scheme and eligibility for profit-sharing
* Enhanced parental and family-friendly policies
If you're ready to take a leading role within a collaborative national VAT practice where your insight, technical skills, and commercial awareness will be truly valued, then apply today.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Accounting/Auditing
* Industries
Accounting
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