Senior VAT Manager (Insurance), to £100k plus generous bonus

A global leader in the insurance sector is seeking a Senior VAT Manager to take the lead on all indirect tax matters for group. This is an all encompassing position that will require a true business partner, someone highly proactive and up-to-date on all current and future VAT legislation.

You will lead a small team on VAT compliance and advisory, ensuring an all-encompassing service to group and timely submission of returns.

Responsibilities:

- Ownership of VAT for the group across all indirect tax matters
- Leadership of VAT compliance, ensuring comps are reviewed and submitted in a timely manner
- Business partnering on all VAT matters, answering group queries and offering input on financial projects
- Educate group on VAT issues in an understandable manner
- Offer advise on the implications of VAT legislation
- Identify opportunities for improvements within the VAT systems

Requirements:

- Proven VAT experience within a Big 4 or Financial Services environment preferably
- An accountancy or tax qualification would be beneficial
- Experienced in both VAT compliance and VAT advisory
- Confident in communicating VAT matters to non-tax personnel
- A strong, proactive nature