Group VAT Manager - Liverpool or London (Remote with occasional office visits)
Salary: £64,000 to £71,000 + a comprehensive range of benefits including flexible / agile working
The Client:
Our client is a large not-for-profit organization with offices in Liverpool and London. Currently undergoing a transformation, they are seeking to recruit a Group VAT Manager responsible for the tax affairs of the organization, including PAYE, CIS, Corporate Tax, SDLT, with a primary focus on VAT.
The Role:
This role offers an exciting opportunity for someone to influence how the Group manages its tax reporting. You will interact with key stakeholders and play a high-profile role within the organization, supporting the delivery of the tax strategy, improving tax reporting processes, and ensuring compliance with relevant taxes.
1. Ensure compliance of Group companies with all relevant taxes, timely filing of returns, and payments, with review and correction of VAT and CIS errors.
2. Manage and update the Group's tax strategy as needed.
3. Design and implement stronger tax controls where necessary.
4. Collaborate with the business to understand and record the tax implications of transactions for accurate reporting to HMRC.
5. Lead the implementation of Making Tax Digital and suggest process improvements.
6. Manage HMRC enquiries effectively.
7. Assist the Group in achieving an agreed Partial Exemption Special Method (PESM) with HMRC.
8. Assess the impact of legislative changes and recommend process, reporting, and compliance adjustments.
9. Serve as a subject matter expert in tax matters and share knowledge with the Group Finance team.
10. Coordinate with external tax advisors as required.
The Candidate:
* Preferably fully qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIOT, or with proven VAT/tax experience.
* Experience in a large accountancy firm or in-house role, preferably within indirect taxes.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders.
Benefits:
* Flexible and agile working arrangements
* Pension scheme
* 28 days holiday plus Bank holidays
* Additional benefits including free eye tests, childcare options, tax-free bikes, and more.
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