Indirect Tax Senior Manager

Cowgills Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional accounting practice in Manchester seeks a talented VAT Senior Manager. This role involves delivering VAT advisory services, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating for business development. Strong experience in VAT and excellent communication skills are essential. The firm emphasizes a collaborative culture and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in VAT.
• Proven track record in delivering VAT advisory services.
• Strong technical knowledge and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding VAT advisory and compliance services.
• Mentor and support junior team members.
• Collaborate with partners to identify new business opportunities.

Skills

VAT advisory

Client relationship management

Team mentoring

Technical excellence

Communication

Commercial awareness

Education

ACA/CTA preferred

Job description

Indirect Tax Senior Manager

Department: Corporate Tax

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Manchester

Description

Cowgills is a dynamic and rapidly growing regional accounting practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality advice to entrepreneurial businesses, and a pivotal part of the rapidly growing Sumer Group. Our firm is built on a foundation of openness, honesty, and a people-centric culture. We believe in empowering our team, supporting professional growth, and fostering long-term client relationships. This role can be based from Manchester and/or Bolton.

As our VAT team continues to expand, we are looking for a talented and driven VAT Senior Manager to join us. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of our VAT offering.

Key Responsibilities

You will be a vital part of our VAT team, responsible for delivering outstanding VAT advisory and compliance services to an active and diverse portfolio of clients. You’ll work closely with the VAT Partner and other senior leaders to ensure we continue to solve our while supporting the development of our people and contributing to the firm’s growth.

Client Delivery:

• Provide high-quality VAT advice to a wide range of entrepreneurial businesses.
• Solve problems, delivering advisory projects.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, building strong and lasting relationships.
• Assist our large Corporate Finance team with transactions work.

Team Development:

• Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.
• Lead by example in delivering technical excellence and client service.
• Contribute to internal training and knowledge sharing.

Business Development:

• Collaborate with partners and other service lines to identify opportunities for new business.
• Support the development of proposals and pitches.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• ACA/ CTA preferred.
• Significant experience in VAT.
• Proven track record in delivering VAT advisory services, ideally within a practice environment.
• Strong technical knowledge and commercial awareness.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, collaborative, and client-focused approach.
• Passionate about developing people and contributing to a positive team culture.