Senior VAT Manager

Unity Advisory

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Manchester remote Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description

About Unity Advisory

Unity Advisory is a pure-play, experience-led CFO advisory firm providing integrated finance, commercial, tax and deals support. We are free from audit conflicts and AI-enabled by design, combining deep technical expertise with automation, analytics and AI built into the delivery of every engagement. We are building an alternative to traditional advisory firms, focused on clarity over complexity, outcomes over hours, and practical advice delivered at pace for CFOs making high-consequence decisions.

The Role

As a result of Unity Advisory's growth and success, we are looking to hire a Senior VAT Manager. You will have experience in working in a fast paced and complex environment and be collaborative to find the right solution for your clients. You will be highly client centric and able to build long lasting relationships which are valued by your clients. You will also be proactive in taking value enhancing solutions to your clients in both tax and more broadly. This is a rare opportunity for a dynamic and commercially minded adviser to shape the future of our tax practice in a lean and agile environment.

 

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert VAT advisory services to clients, ensuring compliance with UK, EU and global indirect tax regulations. 

  • Develop and implement VAT strategies for clients that align with commercial drivers. 

  • Build strong and trusted relationships with clients. 

  • Work with leading experts across a range of advisory areas in multi-disciplinary teams. 

  • Proactively use data and analysis tools to identify opportunities and risks for clients. 

  • Liaise with HMRC and other tax authorities on VAT-related matters. 

  • Stay updated on changes in VAT legislation and advise clients on the implications. 

  • Train and mentor junior staff on VAT compliance and advisory matters. 

 

What You'll bring:

  • Professional qualification in tax (e.g., CTA, ATT) or equivalent experience. 

  • Extensive knowledge of UK and EU VAT regulations and compliance requirements. 

  • Experience to identify and lead technology enabled solutions to client issues.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. 

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with clients and tax authorities 

Work Environment 

A truly hybrid and flexible working environment. We offer the opportunity to be at the forefront of AI-driven advisory services. You’ll be working on cutting-edge projects and encouraged to deploy the latest analytical tools and approaches.  This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast growing business and shape your career. 

 

Additional Information 
 
At Unity Advisory, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.  In line with the Equality Act 2010, we will accommodate any suitable candidate requiring assistance to attend or conduct an interview. If you need any adjustments or support, please let us know when either scheduling your interview or in your application cover letter. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and are here to support you throughout the process. 

 

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT WE DO NOT ACCEPT ANY UNSOLICITED CVS FROM THIRD PARTIES 

About this role

Summary

Provide VAT advisory, ensure compliance, develop strategies, liaise with authorities, mentor staff.

Job title

Senior VAT Manager

Experience level

extensive knowledge

Industry

finance

Location requirements

Manchester, hybrid work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

UK VAT regulationsEU VAT regulationstax qualification (CTA, ATT)analytical skillscommunication

Preferred skills

technology enabled solutionsdata analysis tools

Specializations

VATtax advisoryEU regulationsUK regulations
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Manchester, UK

Hybrid City