VAT Senior

Reference: 4743782Job ID: 5405898Posted: 2026-07-21Closing date: 2026-10-19Location: CardiffSalary: 45000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Accountancy Firms / Public Practice AccountingCompany: HaysConsultant: Mathew DonnellyHays office: Cardiff — 1st Floor, 5 Callaghan Square,Phone: 01792 642042Email: Mathew.Donnelly@hays.comYour new company A highly respected and rapidly growing professional services firm is looking to appoint an Indirect Tax Senior Associate to join its expanding VAT team. This organisation has built a strong reputation for delivering complex advisory work across a diverse client base and a broad range of industry sectors, offering excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression. The role is available on a hybrid basis from Cardiff.Your new roleAs an Indirect Tax Senior Associate, you will join a thriving advisory team experiencing significant growth and increasing demand from clients. You will:Deliver practical, commercially focused VAT advice to a varied portfolio of clients.Manage VAT compliance workstreams and oversee a portfolio of VAT compliance clients.Support clients with technically challenging indirect tax matters across multiple sectors.Work on a wide range of advisory projects within the middle market.Build strong client relationships by providing clear, concise and jargon-free solutions.Contribute to the continued growth and success of a team recognised for its expertise in complex and contentious VAT mattersWhat you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will have:Strong VAT technical knowledge and a broad indirect tax skillset.CTA qualification and/or exceptional technical expertise.Proven communication and client management skills.Experience managing VAT compliance engagements and client portfolios.The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to varying client needs.A proactive approach and enthusiasm for working across diverse sectors and projects.What you'll get in returnIn return, you'll benefit from:A clear and supportive career progression path.Exposure to a diverse and high-quality client base.Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.Health and wellbeing initiatives.Opportunities to get involved in sustainability, volunteering and charitable activities.Regular social events and a collaborative team culture.The chance to work within a growing specialist tax team offering excellent development opportunitiesWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4743782 - Mathew Donnelly