Job title: UK VAT Specialist
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Cape Town, Northern Suburbs
Job published: 18/08/2025
Job ID: 65420

Job Description

Are you a UK VAT expert ready to take ownership of complex challenges in a fast-moving, multinational environment? Join a dynamic finance team supporting one of the world’s leading consumer brands.  We’re looking for a deeply experienced UK VAT professional to lead compliance and process design for a high-profile global engagement, while preparing for a strategic statutory reporting initiative on the horizon.

 
What you’ll be doing:
  • Resolve complex UK VAT compliance issues for a global client
  • Design and implement robust VAT processes across UK operations
  • Collaborate with finance, tax, and operations teams to ensure seamless compliance
  • Guide the client through VAT audits and HMRC investigations
  • Align UK VAT processes with business objectives and best practices
  • Prepare for upcoming statutory project initiatives
What we’re looking for:
  • 10+ years’ experience in VAT, with significant UK VAT expertise
  • Strong analytical skills and practical knowledge of VAT reporting and accounting
  • Direct experience liaising with HMRC on audits and disputes
  • Proven ability to build or restructure VAT compliance frameworks
  • Experience working with multinational FMCG clients is highly advantageous
  • A structured, detail-focused mindset with strong communication skills
  • Able to work independently across cross-functional teams
What’s in it for you:
  • Work on a high-impact, global VAT engagement
  • Collaborate with international teams across finance and operations
  • Remote flexibility from anywhere in South Africa
  • Opportunity to contribute to strategic statutory initiatives
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If you're ready to bring your UK VAT expertise to a fast-paced, global setting — apply now.If you don’t hear back from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful. But stay in touch — follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities.
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