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VAT Manager
full-timeUnited Kingdom

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Location

United Kingdom

Type

full-time

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Job Description:

As a VAT Manager, you will become part of a professional, enthusiastic and driven tax team. You will be responsible for providing expert guidance on Value Added Tax (VAT) matters to clients or internal stakeholders. You will oversee and manage all aspects of VAT compliance, planning, and advisory activities across the business. This role requires strong technical VAT knowledge, experience with multi-jurisdictional VAT regulations, and the ability to manage relationships with tax authorities and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Compliance & Risk Management:
  • Ensure full VAT compliance across all applicable jurisdictions, including accurate and timely preparation and submission of VAT returns.
  • Identify, assess, and manage VAT risks associated with business operations and transactions, implementing strategies to mitigate them. 
  • Review and reconcile VAT accounts and ensure proper documentation and recordkeeping for audit trail.
  • Manage indirect tax audits and liaise with tax authorities as needed.
  • Provide Expert Advisory:
  • Provide VAT advisory support to internal stakeholders (e.g., finance, procurement, sales) on business transactions, projects, and new business initiatives.
  • Stay abreast of changes in VAT legislation globally and in relevant jurisdictions, ensuring timely implementation of these changes to maintain compliance. 
  • Advise on cross-border transactions, supply chain structuring, and VAT recovery issues.
  • Project Management:
  • Lead and manage VAT advisory projects from scoping through to delivery.
  • Coordinate other Indirect Tax teams on VAT rules and implications.
  • Prepare and review internal procedures, memos, and correspondence.
  • Collaborate with IT and systems teams to ensure ERP/tax systems support accurate VAT reporting.
  • Client & Stakeholder Management: 
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, business stakeholders, and other tax professionals.
  • Prepare and provide technical support and VAT training to other business partners.


Employee Type:
 

Permanent


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Other facts

Tech stack
VAT Compliance,Risk Management,VAT Advisory,Cross-Border Transactions,Project Management,Stakeholder Management,Indirect Tax Audits,Technical VAT Knowledge,Multi-Jurisdictional VAT Regulations,Documentation,Recordkeeping,ERP Systems,Client Relationships,Training,Tax Authorities Liaison,Supply Chain Structuring

About UPS

Operating in more than 200 countries and territories, we’re committed to moving our world forward by delivering what matters. Beginning as a small messenger service, UPS was started by two enterprising teenagers and a $100 loan. Now, we’re almost 500,000 UPSers strong, with operations around the globe.

As a transportation and logistics leader, we are proud to offer innovative solutions to our customers—both big and small. We also support the communities we serve. Just take a look at The UPS Foundation’s social impact report!

Headquartered in Atlanta, we can be found on the web at ups.com and about.ups.com. Job seekers can visit upsjobs.com to learn more. Our active social media channels include Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok.

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Website
https://about.ups.com/
The UPS Foundation’s social impact report:
https://about.ups.com/us/en/social-impact/reporting/the-ups-foundations-social-impact-report.html
Career Site
upsjobs.com

Team size: 10,001+ employees
LinkedIn: Visit
Industry: Truck Transportation
Founding Year: 1907

What you'll do

  • As a VAT Manager, you will oversee VAT compliance, planning, and advisory activities. You will provide expert guidance on VAT matters and manage relationships with tax authorities and internal stakeholders.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a VAT Manager do at UPS?

As a VAT Manager at UPS, you will: as a VAT Manager, you will oversee VAT compliance, planning, and advisory activities. You will provide expert guidance on VAT matters and manage relationships with tax authorities and internal stakeholders..

Why join UPS as a VAT Manager?

UPS is a leading Truck Transportation company.

Is the VAT Manager position at UPS remote?

The VAT Manager position at UPS is based in United Kingdom, United Kingdom. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the VAT Manager position at UPS?

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