VAT Manager

Description\n\nNetwork Plus is seeking a VAT Manager. The successful candidate will lead the VAT compliance process including the below points. \n\nWe would be open to either a full or part-time working pattern. \n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nHands on preparation and submission of VAT returns (monthly and quarterly), including data extraction, cleansing, and manipulation from raw ERP reports.\n\nManagement of VAT forecasts and overseeing all related VAT payments to HMRC.\n\nCompletion of all balance sheet reconciliations for VAT, including the preparation and posting of supporting journals.\n\nMonitoring of the group structure, managing VAT groups, and handling registrations/deregistrations for new leavers and joiners.\n\nActing as the lead point of contact for HMRC audits and enquiries.\n\nAssisting the Head of Tax with Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) compliance, maintaining a robust VAT control and governance framework.\n\nReviewing existing processes and policies to implement strategies for improvement, data accuracy, and automation.\n\nProviding VAT advice and guidance on proposed business strategies, contracts, and due diligence for potential acquisitions.\n\nDelivering training to commercial and operational teams to ensure VAT risks are identified at the source.\n\nCollaborating with the Finance Transformation team as the lead for VAT reporting and tax technology improvements.\n\nContinuous review of UK indirect tax developments to identify opportunities for cash flow improvements, recovery, and risk mitigation.\n\nExperience and Qualifications\n\nExperience in managing VAT processes for a large group, either in-house or within a professional tax advisory firm.\n\nWillingness to 'get into the detail' and be comfortable with the full lifecycle from initial data preparation to final submission.\n\nProficiency with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is desirable but not essential.\n\nExperience with the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), Domestic Reverse Charge (DRC), or Partial Exemption is desirable but not essential.\n\nExperience with Customs and indirect tax implications of cross border transactions is desirable but not essential.\n\nProfessional qualification in tax or accounting (ATT, ACCA, ACA, CTA) or equivalent.\n\nAdvanced Excel skills (Vlookups, Pivot tables, Sum If, etc) and experience managing complex data sets.\n\nSalary and Benefits\n\nWe offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.\n\nNetwork Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.