Handle are currently working with a market leading global media brand, who are looking for a highly skilled VAT Manager! This role plays a key part in ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance across the UK market and works closely with the wider UK and EMEA finance teams.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a complex, multinational environment and enjoys being both a subject-matter expert and a collaborative problem-solver

Key responsibilities:

Review, validate, and correct VAT Debtor and VAT Creditor entries recorded in the ERP system to ensure accuracy and compliance
Review and prepare revised Q1 and Q2 FY2025 VAT Returns for resubmission, ensuring all amendments are fully supported
Prepare the final Q3 2025 VAT Declaration, ensuring all underlying data is complete and reconciled
Identify anomalies, propose adjustments, and work with relevant teams to ensure corrections are implemented correctly
Provide clear, practical advice on VAT implications for new projects, business transactions, and operational changes
Support non-finance teams with VAT insight, helping them make informed decisions

Candidate requirements:

VAT expert, with strong knowledge of UK VAT and ideally exposure to non-UK VAT regimes.
A qualified accountant (ACA, CTA or equivalent) with solid post-qualification experience in both public practice and industry.
Experienced in working within large, complex organisations, dealing with UK and international suppliers/customers.
Highly analytical, with excellent attention to detail and confidence working with large and complex datasets.
Skilled in Excel (Google Sheets/Docs useful but not essential).
A clear and engaging communicator who can translate complex tax issues for non-experts.

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.