An exciting opportunity has arisen for a senior VAT professional to join a leading national accountancy practice as a VAT Associate Director or Director. Based in either Bristol or Southampton, this role offers significant responsibility, high-level client exposure, and the chance to play a key role in the continued growth of a well-established Indirect Tax team.
You will take ownership of a varied client portfolio, lead complex advisory work, and act as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders while helping shape the strategic direction of the VAT practice.
The role will involve:
*Leading the delivery of complex VAT advisory engagements, ensuring work is completed to a high technical standard, on time and within budget.
*Developing and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with senior client stakeholders, identifying opportunities to add value and expand services.
*Reviewing and overseeing work produced by junior team members, providing coaching, feedback and technical support.
*Managing interactions with HMRC on technical and contentious VAT matters.
*Overseeing project planning and budgets, keeping clients and Partners informed of progress, risks and changes in scope.
*Supporting Partners with the management and leadership of the wider VAT team, including recruitment, development and performance management.
*Identifying and progressing business development opportunities, contributing to proposals, pitches and strategic initiatives.
*Providing clear, well-judged advice on risk, VAT planning and complex technical issues.
About you:
*CTA and/or ACA qualified (or equivalent) with significant post-qualified VAT experience at a senior level.
*Strong track record of leading complex VAT advisory projects, including structuring, planning, international VAT and due diligence work.
*Commercially minded with the ability to deliver practical, high-quality advice tailored to client needs.
*Proven experience managing and developing teams and leading large-scale or complex projects.
*Comfortable contributing to business development and supporting the growth of a practice.
*Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with confidence engaging at senior levels.
This is a senior leadership opportunity within a growing advisory team, offering real influence, strong progression potential and the chance to shape the future of a leading VAT practice. If you are looking for a strategic role with visibility and impact, this could be an excellent next step.