VAT Manager

Moore Kingston Smith

. Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring work meets high technical standards, budgets, and deadlines .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £70,000 - £75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong VAT advisory expertise with a focus on managing client relationships and delivering high-quality consultancy projects across various sectors. Possesses broad technical VAT knowledge and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments while mentoring junior team members.

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VAT Advisory ExperienceClient Relationship ManagementProject Management SkillsTechnical VAT KnowledgeProfessional Qualification (ATT, CTA)

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Hard Skills

VAT Risk IdentificationVAT Planning OpportunitiesVAT Returns ReviewHMRC Enquiry ManagementBudget ManagementTechnical Issue ResearchLegislation InterpretationValue-Added Solutions DevelopmentVAT Registration SupportVAT Grouping Matters

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCollaborative Work StyleMentoring AbilityCommercial Awareness

Certifications & Qualifications

ATTCTA

Industry Keywords

Not-for-ProfitPropertyFinancial ServicesMediaRecruitmentCorporate FinanceVAT ConsultancyProfessional ServicesClient Portfolio ManagementInternal Referrals

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring work meets high technical standards, budgets, and deadlines
Work with the Partner and Directors on VAT advisory and consultancy projects from scoping through completion
Own smaller and medium-sized projects, managing deliverables and coordinating with clients and colleagues
Develop and maintain client relationships as a trusted adviser
Advise across Not-for-Profit, Property, Financial Services, Media, Recruitment, Corporate Finance, and international VAT matters
Research technical issues, interpret legislation and HMRC guidance, and provide practical recommendations
Identify VAT risks, planning opportunities, and value-added solutions
Support business development and internal referrals
Manage WIP, budgets, and billing for the client portfolio
Review VAT returns and associated workings when required
Manage HMRC enquiries, inspections, disputes, appeals, reconsiderations, and penalty matters
Support VAT registrations, deregistrations, and VAT grouping matters
Mentor junior team members and contribute to their professional development
Escalate complex or high-risk matters appropriately

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong VAT advisory experience gained within a professional services environment
Broad technical VAT knowledge across a range of sectors and transaction types
Experience within the Not-for-Profit and/or Property sectors would be advantageous
ATT, CTA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple service lines and build effective internal networks
Experience liaising with HMRC and managing VAT enquiries
Broad technical skills and ability to understand risk and know when to call on more senior team members
Strong organisational and project management skills, with ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
Experience managing client relationships and delivering advisory projects independently
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-specialists
Commercial awareness and interest in identifying opportunities to support clients and develop business relationships