VAT Manager

Job Description

As one of the world’s largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions – we have a clear goal to become the premium adviserto the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.About the departmentWhen you become part of our team, you’ll discover a culture celebrating individuality, fresh thinking, flexibility and collaboration, whilst not only embracing change but impacting it. We’re simply not a one-size-fits-all firm and work hard to create anenvironment where our people can make a difference - to themselves, their career, their teams, and to the success of RSM and our clients.As Ali Sapsford (our Head of Tax) states, “personality and fun are as big a part of our culture as is our passion fordelivering a premium service to our clients… That sense of team is what attracts clients and staff alike to RSM, and it’s one of the things I love about RSM!”Our VAT specialists work closely with colleagues across the firm to provide a joined-up service to a diverse range of clients, from middle market businesses to large corporations, combining expertise in accounting, audit and all relevant taxes.As a nationalVAT practice, we provide the freedom to find the right balance between sector specialism and general advisory, as well as an opportunity to initiate and develop new areas of focus for the team. As a fast-growing faculty, there are significant opportunitiesfor client development and a strong emphasis on delivering and / or overseeing the junior members delivery of a strong pipeline of varied advisory work.This will include identifying and pursuing opportunities, primarily from within the existing RSM contactbase and working with the broader RSM team to bring these opportunities to fruition.VAT Manager:“I started at RSM in 2018 on the school leaver apprenticeship programme in VAT. I have had an unreal amount of support during my time which has enabled me to pass my CTA exams and progress to manager. RSM is very flexible in allowing people to do pursuethe career path that suits them, I started out in the Reading office initially, and then was able to transfer to London to focus on a more national role within the team. I have had a great range of experience at RSM, working with all different types and sizesof clients, including the opportunity to go on multiple client secondments.”About the opportunityThe purpose of the role is to manage and control VAT client work including the review and preparation of VAT returns. You will undertake detailed planning and implementation of VAT work, ensuring the provision of an effective and cost driven service toclients in line with budgets.Together with Partners, you will manage the interface between a group of clients and the firm to ensure that the agreed expectations of the clients in terms of service, quality and cost and also the firm’s targets are met.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team at an exciting part of the journey, working on a hybrid basis and reaping the rewards of being at home and in the office on a weekly basis. The variety of projects will challenge you every day, helpingyou expand your capabilities and grow professionally. You’ll have plenty of opportunity to broaden your horizons and discover a culture that nurtures individuality and celebrates fresh thinking!Responsibilities:

• Ensuring clients’ VAT affairs comply with statutory time limits, and managing compliance work efficiently, profitably and in accordance with the firm’s tax manual.
• Identifying and advising on VAT planning opportunities and undertaking specialist technical assignments as required.
• Responding to clients’ correspondence as a matter of priority, and keeping the client and partner fully informed of the current status of the VAT work.
• Acting as the principal point of contact to clients on VAT queries and maintaining excellent client service always.
• Ensuring appropriate liaison takes place with other departments.
• Monitoring work in progress reports, to ensure the profitable recoverability of work done and to bill clients on a timely basis.
• Developing an advanced level of technical knowledge through appropriate reading and courses and an awareness of the firm’s services, brochures and publications.
• Identifying, interviewing and converting prospective clients and assisting other departments in the research and preparation of formal proposals for new work.
• Taking an active involvement in prospective client seminars and effectively following up contacts made.
• Assisting in review and quality control procedures and the administration of the department where required.
• Attending staff meetings and training as required.
• Maintaining an awareness and observation of Health and Safety issues within the Firm and reporting any concerns to the Health and Safety Representative.
• Carrying out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, the title of the role and its grading, as requested by the line manager or Head of Department.

About the ideal candidateThis role will suit someone who is looking for an environment where they will have opportunity to accelerate their knowledge and skills in a creative, entrepreneurial and supportive team, working with lots of fantastic clients along the way.You will havesolid indirect tax experience and effective team leadership skills, with an interest in and/or aptitude for business development. Opportunities for progression are open for the right candidate with excellent support for training and development needs.

• PreferablyCTA / ATII qualified or equivalent, ideally with an accounting qualification such as ACA or ACCA.
• Proven experience in client handling and project management.
• Proven tax experience in producing high quality work within budget.

Note: This job description reflects the present requirements of the role. As duties and responsibilities change, the job description wi