Senior Manager/Associate Director - VAT

At S&W, we help our clients thrive by simplifying the complex, illuminating new paths, and shaping solutions that make a difference. As one of the UK’s top 10 fastest-growing accountancy firms, we have been a trusted partner since 1881—helping businesses and individuals meet challenges and seize opportunities across generations.

Built on expertise and driven by ambition, we provide a comprehensive range of services, including tax and accountancy, advisory and assurance, corporate finance, and restructuring. We are defined by our purpose—to help navigate challenges, unlock potential, and achieve the extraordinary.

What will you be doing?

We're seeking a talented individual at Senior Manager level to join our VAT Tax Team in the North, which is responsible for providing VAT compliance and advisory services for a wide range of business clients.

You will be managing your own portfolio of clients, working with Directors or alone on complicated consultancy and advisory projects. A significant part of the role will be managing client relationships and identifying opportunities on existing clients as well as potentially developing a specialist field of technical and/or sector knowledge and expertise.

As a Senior Manager or Associate Director your responsibilities will include; 

• Overseeing complex VAT projects and engagements, ensuring high-quality deliverables and client satisfaction
• Developing and implementing VAT strategies to minimize tax liabilities and maximize efficiency 
• Provide expert advice on VAT matters to clients, including multinational corporations and high-net-worth individuals
• Leading and managing a team of VAT professionals, providing mentorship and guidance to develop their skills and expertise
• Staying up-to-date with changes in VAT legislation and communicate implications to clients 
• Collaborating with other tax and advisory teams to provide comprehensive solutions to clients
• Contributing to business development initiatives, including proposal writing and client presentations
• Managing client relationships and act as a trusted advisor on VAT-related matters
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of VAT operations

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in VAT consulting or corporate tax roles
• Proven track record of successfully leading and managing teams
• Advanced knowledge of VAT regulations and compliance
• In-depth understanding of VAT legislation and its practical application
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Experience in building and maintaining client relationships
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Professional tax qualification (e.g., CTA, ACA, ACCA)

As a colleague here at S&W you will have access to benefits that include

• Competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Pension contribution
• Hybrid working model (role dependent)
• Generous holiday package
• Option to purchase additional holiday
• Shared parental leave
• Fully funded training towards professional qualifications
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Eye care support

We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we’re delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workplace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.

We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate for your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.