VAT Manager – Compliance & Advisory

Location: Scotland (flexible / hybrid working)
Salary: £40 000 - £48 000

About the Firm

A leading independent accountancy and advisory practice in Scotland is seeking a VAT Manager to join its growing tax department. The firm is known for its strong focus on people, progressive values, and a flexible working culture. With one of the largest tax teams outside the Big Four, the firm offers a wide range of advisory and compliance services to clients across various sectors and sizes.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a firm that encourages development, champions collaboration, and offers clear progression pathways.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex VAT advisory projects, including land, property, international transactions, partial exemption, and due diligence
• Provide technical VAT guidance on compliance, planning, and structuring matters
• Support complex compliance work, including review of internal team outputs
• Identify business development opportunities to support growth
• Manage day-to-day client relationships, delivering proactive communication and value-added advice
• Deliver VAT advisory work as part of multidisciplinary project teams
• Coach and support junior team members on VAT compliance and advisory topics
• Contribute to process improvement and operational efficiency across the tax team
• Promote a positive and collaborative team culture

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong technical knowledge in VAT compliance and advisory, ideally within a practice environment
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and client relationships
• Skilled at coaching and developing junior team members
• Comfortable operating in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
• Professional qualification (CTA, ATT, or CA/ACCA) preferred – strong relevant experience also considered
• Committed to delivering high-quality client outcomes and aligned with the firm’s values

Benefits & Culture

• Fully flexible/hybrid working model – work from home or in the office as suits you
• Opportunity to work with a leading tax team and high-calibre client base
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Strong emphasis on career progression and learning
• Supportive, people-first working culture