- Full ownership of the Indirect Tax across the business
- Leadership Opportunity
About Our Client
The company is a well-established business known for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence. Operating as a medium-sized organisation, they offer a professional environment with opportunities for growth and development.
Job Description
- Lead indirect tax compliance activities, ensuring accurate and timely VAT filings across multiple jurisdictions.
- Review VAT data, reconciliations, and financial records to maintain compliance and resolve discrepancies.
- Assess and advise on the VAT treatment of transactions, including cross-border activities, imports, and commercial arrangements.
- Act as the primary indirect tax adviser to the business, providing practical and commercially focused guidance.
- Partner with finance, sales, supply chain, and operational teams to identify tax implications and support business decisions.
- Proactively identify and mitigate indirect tax risks through effective controls, governance, and process improvements.
- Develop, implement, and enhance VAT processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
- Lead and support indirect tax projects, including system enhancements, automation initiatives, and regulatory changes.
- Collaborate with internal and international stakeholders to ensure alignment with wider tax and business objectives.
- Manage relationships with external advisers, auditors, and tax authorities, supporting audits and compliance reviews.
- Coach and develop team members while promoting indirect tax awareness across the wider organisation.
- Present complex tax matters clearly to senior stakeholders, providing concise recommendations and actionable solutions.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Indirect Tax Manager should have:
- Professionally qualified in tax or accountancy (CTA, ACA, CA, AIIT, or equivalent).
- Significant experience in indirect tax, with strong technical knowledge of UK VAT and a working understanding of European VAT requirements.
- Proven ability to manage VAT compliance and accounting processes, including reconciliations, reporting, and risk management.
- Experience working with finance systems and large data sets to support accurate VAT reporting and process improvements.
- Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to apply VAT principles to practical business and operational scenarios.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying risks and implementing solutions.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across the business.
- Able to work independently, take ownership of responsibilities, and deliver pragmatic, business-focused outcomes.
What's on Offer
- Competitive annual salary between £65,000 and £70,000.
- 25 days of holiday, increasing to 30 days with service, plus an additional birthday day off.
- Life insurance.
- Hybrid working arrangements
If you are ready to take the next step in your career as an Indirect Tax Manager in Manchester.
Contact
Victoria Bostock
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7045480
Phone number
+44 161 828 6222
Job summary
- Consultant name
- Victoria Bostock
- Consultant phone
- +44 161 828 6222
- Job reference
- JN-062026-7045480