Manager - Indirect Tax (VAT Consulting)

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Job Description & Summary

About us:

Our VAT team is part of Ireland's leading Indirect Tax practice consisting of 2 Partners and circa 50  VAT experts who advise our global clients on business issues and deliver innovative solutions across all sectors of the global economy. Our team works with clients in a broad range of sectors including the digital, fintech, pharmaceutical, retail, asset management, banking, aviation, construction and real estate space. 

What we do:

As one of the largest VAT practices in Ireland, we are the trusted VAT advisors for a wide range of domestic and international clients. In order to do so, we foster an environment of continuous professional development and progression within our team. Our focus on technical expertise, mentoring and coaching means we deliver the highest quality advice to our clients and offer rewarding careers to our people.

Our clients expect us to have a global & local perspective and advise them on their VAT footprint created by their business. In order to keep pace with the modern global economy there have been significant changes to VAT legislation, caselaw and guidance (locally & globally)l over the last number of years which has meant there has never been a more exciting time to work in VAT. As a result of these developments, clients expect us to have a view on  policy updates which requires us to continually be aware of changes and the direction of travel across a number of areas relating to VAT. 

What does this role offer:

You will gain comprehensive experience across a range of VAT services including; VAT consulting services, tax authority intervention and audit defense, VAT function improvement and optimisation through the application of technology solutions,  and compliance services to Irish PLC’s, major multinational corporations, Semi-State organisations and a variety of significant privately-owned Irish companies.

As a VAT Manager, you will work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience. You will be a key part of a team of people who engage with our clients while also investing in your career development through training and coaching opportunities.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage ongoing client relationships, business development and participate in various consultancy projects.

• Bring business knowledge, innovation and insight to create value for clients and the firm.

• Directing and driving the success of multiple engagements.

• Embrace the digital transformation being undertaken in our business. Being motivated to apply technology solutions to our day-to-day business and that of our clients.

• Coach team members and drive the team to make a difference and deliver results in a responsible, authentic and passionate manner.

• Be responsible for managing within budgetary and time constraints while providing a high-level of client satisfaction.

• Mentor and coach trainees, participate in internal training delivery and act as an advocate to promote our learning culture.

About you – Key skills and competencies:

• At least 5 years experience in a VAT technical role to include consulting and compliance.

• Strong academic record, AITI/CTA qualified or equivalent 

• Expert at directing and driving the success of multiple engagements.

• Strong relationship management skills, ability to read situations and modify behavior to build quality, diverse relationships.

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

• Enthusiastic team player and manager with a passion to coach and encourage others to achieve their potential.

• Ambitious – demonstrate strong commitment to personal learning and development.

Unlock your potential with PwC Ireland

We believe that challenges are better solved together. We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of amazing teams encouraged to collaborate and innovate in a way that creates powerful solutions and makes a positive impact. This purpose-led work, and our continuous development and encouragement, will help unlock your potential and take your career to the next level.

Enjoy PwC’s perks

We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive employee benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at Life@PwC. (https://www.pwc.ie/careers-ie/life-at-pwc.html).

Being appreciated for being you

Our most valuable asset is our people and we recognise you for it - ensuring you feel like you belong and that you are valued and rewarded for the great work you do everyday. PwC is an equal opportunities employer and creating a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve is hugely important to us.

We believe this so much that we have signed up for the Business in the Community Inclusive Workplace Elevate Pledge. (https://www.bitc.ie/the-leaders-group-on-sustainability/inclusive-workplace-pledge/)

Our Inclusion First strategy puts inclusion at the heart of our culture - supporting an environment where individuality is embraced, diversity is celebrated and inclusion is valued. Check out our culture of belonging and explore our range of inclusive programmes, initiatives, employee resource groups and more at www.pwc.ie.

Avoid the confidence gap; you do not have to match all the listed requirements exactly to apply, we’d love to hear from you!

We will ensure that everyone is supported throughout and, if required,  provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please email us for more information.

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