VAT & Indirect Tax Manager

About Us Build something exceptional, with us... Our ambition is clear and openly bold. Armstrong Watson is on a journey to more than double our turnover by 2030, through disciplined organic growth, the attraction of outstanding talent, and the selective acquisition of like‑minded firms. But growth alone is not the goal. Reputation is. And reputation is earned, not inherited. Our strategic intent is simple to say and hard to deliver. To become the most respected adviser to privately owned businesses in the North and the UK. The firm business owners talk about. The firm lawyers and bankers recommend without hesitation. To achieve this, we are building the best Accounting and Financial Advisory firm to deal with, not just in the North, but across the UK. Exceptional service, deep expertise, trusted relationships, and absolute reliability define everything we do. These are not slogans; they are standards we hold ourselves to every day. At our core, we exist for one reason, to help our clients achieve prosperity, a secure future, and peace of mind. This strategy sets the direction. Our people, our values‑led culture, and our standards will deliver it. We are looking for people who want more than the next job. People who care deeply about: Standards and professionalism Doing work they are proud to put their name to Building long‑term client relationships Being part of a firm with real momentum and intent If you want to grow with a business that is ambitious, values‑driven, and serious about excellence, Armstrong Watson offers opportunity and expectation in equal measure. What you will find here: A firm with clear direction and momentum Clients who value advice and relationships Colleagues who care about doing things properly A culture built on Passion, Trust, Humanity and Honesty Genuine opportunity to shape your career as the firm grows This is our moment, and our vision is clear, to build something genuinely remarkable. The Role We have a fantastic opportunity for a VAT & Indirect Tax Manager to join our Tax Consultancy service line. We are happy for the successful candidate to be based at any of our offices including Leeds, Newcastle, Glasgow and Manchester. The main elements of the role will include: Supporting the VAT and Indirect Tax Senior Manager in delivering complex VAT advisory projects Leading on own portfolio of VAT advisory projects and dealing with ad hoc queries from the wider business Identifying planning and advisory opportunities from client portfolio Keeping up to date with changes in tax legislation, case law and guidance relevant to your area of tax and identify potential issues / opportunities Manage workload to agreed timescales, effectively managing expectations of Senior Manager / Partners Monitoring the status of each project and reporting variances to budgeted fees/ time costs or potential areas that may affect the budgets and ensuring deadlines are met Build, develop and maintain a network of business partners/ intermediaries to ensure the profile of Armstrong Watson is positive in the marketplace Supporting the VAT & Indirect Tax Senior Manager in targeting and identifying business development opportunities Please note that we will not be accepting candidates from agency suppliers in connection with this vacancy. The Candidate In order to fulfil the responsibilities of the position, we would like candidates to be: Focussed and have a driven attitude to grow the firms VAT advisory offering Technically strong and have at least 5 years previous experience working in a VAT advisory role advising across a range of sectors Commercial and able to manage / help others in the team achieve success Approachable and able to manage / help others in the team achieve success The Benefits In return for your hard work helping us shape our future growth and development; we will provide a competitive salary and a positive benefits package which includes: Salary Sacrifice Employer Contribution Pension Scheme including Life Cover (4x salary) and Income Protection Competitive Annual Leave entitlement & Annual Leave Purchase Scheme allowing you to buy up to 5 additional days annual leave each year Smart Working Policy, giving you the ability to balance home and remote working Health Shield Cash Plan (cash back on a range of Health benefits and discounts on holidays, fashion and entertainment) Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support for wellbeing and health) Paid flu jabs and eye tests Introductory Commission Scheme (financial reward if you refer a new client) Employee Referral Scheme (financial reward if you refer new AW colleagues) enabling you to claim up to £2,500 for each referral Investment towards Continuous Professional Development (CPD), which includes access to comprehensive training courses and materials Paid professional membership fees In addition to all the benefits you would expect from an award winning employer, you will be given the utmost encouragement and support to develop your career further. 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