VAT & Indirect Tax Manager – Glasgow
Independent thinking, Human values, Real impact
A leading independent Accountancy and Business Advisory firm with a strong presence across the North of England and Scotland is seeking an experienced Indirect Tax Manager to join its growing Tax Consultancy service line.
This is a firm that’s known for its integrity, people-first culture, and genuine commitment to helping clients achieve prosperity, a secure future and peace of mind. With around 800 colleagues across 19 offices, its strength lies not just in the advice it gives — but in the values it lives by: Honesty, Humanity, Trust and Passion.
The Opportunity
As part of the expanding Indirect Tax team, you’ll play a key role in delivering complex VAT and Indirect Tax advice to clients across multiple sectors — including family-owned businesses, corporates, and entrepreneurial groups.
You’ll have the autonomy to lead your own portfolio of projects, the backing of an experienced Senior Manager, and the freedom to build strong advisory relationships both internally and externally.
This role is ideally suited to someone who’s looking for more influence, visibility and long-term progression within a modern, values-driven firm.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead your own portfolio of VAT and Indirect Tax advisory projects
2. Support the Senior Manager in delivering complex assignments and managing workflow across the team
3. Handle ad hoc VAT queries from across the wider business
4. Identify and capitalise on planning and advisory opportunities within your client base
5. Keep up to date with tax legislation, case law and HMRC guidance, translating insights into actionable advice
6. Manage projects to agreed timelines and budgets, ensuring high-quality delivery
7. Build relationships with clients, intermediaries, and professional networks to strengthen the firm’s market profile
8. Support business development initiatives to grow the VAT and Indirect Tax offering
About You
9. Minimum 5 years’ experience in VAT advisory within Practice
10. Strong technical understanding of Indirect Tax across a range of sectors
11. Commercial, strategic and comfortable managing multiple advisory projects
12. Confident communicator with strong client-handling skills
13. Team player who enjoys coaching, collaboration and knowledge sharing
14. Self-motivated with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities and adding value
The Rewards
In return for your expertise and contribution, you’ll receive:
15. Salary - up to £65,000 (DOE) + Benefits
16. Smart Working Policy – hybrid flexibility between home and office
17. Pension scheme with Life Cover and Income Protection
18. Up to 26 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) with option to purchase 5 extra days
19. Health Shield Cash Plan – cashback on health services plus lifestyle discounts
20. Employee Assistance Programme, paid flu jabs and eye tests
21. Professional membership fees paid and ongoing CPD support
22. Referral and commission schemes for bringing in clients or colleagues
23. A positive, inclusive culture where your voice and ideas will genuinely shape the future
This is the perfect opportunity for a VAT or Indirect Tax specialist ready to step up, lead and make a tangible difference in a respected, people-driven advisory firm.
📍 Location: Glasgow (Hybrid working)
💼 Role: Indirect Tax Manager
🔗 Apply in confidence to explore this opportunity