VAT Assistant Manager – Crawley

Crawley, West Sussex

Hybrid & Flexible Working

Competitive Salary

We’re working with a forward-thinking accountancy and tax advisory firm in Crawley to recruit a VAT Assistant Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for a VAT professional who wants to go beyond compliance, advising clients on complex VAT issues and contributing to a growing advisory practice.

If you’re looking to take the next step in your VAT career, work directly with clients, and grow your advisory and technical expertise, this role is ideal.

The Role

As VAT Assistant Manager, your responsibilities will include:

Managing a diverse portfolio of clients, preparing and reviewing complex VAT returns and annual adjustments, including partial exemption and business/non-business apportionments

Advising clients on VAT liability queries, including place of supply of services, contract reviews, and property-related VAT matters (new builds, capital goods scheme, option to tax, and property transactions)

Supporting clients with voluntary disclosures, HMRC inspections, and routine audits

Designing effective VAT recovery methods, advising on structuring and intercompany arrangements, and acting as a trusted point of contact for ad hoc VAT queries

Contributing to the technical strength of the VAT team by keeping up to date with legislative developments, delivering seminars, training sessions, and supporting firm-wide VAT insights

Playing an active role in business development, identifying new advisory opportunities, managing VAT-only clients, preparing project quotes, and collaborating with colleagues across the firm

About You

ATT or AAT qualified (minimum), ideally CTA qualified or working towards this

Proven experience in VAT compliance and advisory work within a generalist or specialist environment

Confident providing technical VAT advice to clients and professional advisors

Strong technical knowledge of UK VAT, with excellent attention to detail

Motivated, proactive, and eager to grow your VAT career

What’s on Offer

Hybrid and flexible working options

Exposure to a varied VAT advisory portfolio across multiple sectors

Opportunity to develop technical and advisory expertise

Clear career progression within a growing VAT team

Location

Crawley, West Sussex

Easily commutable from Gatwick, Redhill, Horley, Horsham, Horsham, and surrounding areas

Next Steps

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch Jack Wood on or