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At Forvis Mazars, we're always looking ahead, for our people, our clients and the wider world. Together, we grow , belong and impact . You'll be supported to learn, explore and develop from day one. We celebrate individuality, encourage bold thinking and believe success comes from working together. With us, you'll belong to your local team, gain global experience, and make a meaningful impact now and in the future. Job Purpose: To play a key role in developing the VAT advisory practice at Forvis Mazars; working closely with the London VAT Partner and other members of the VAT team. This is a generalist VAT advisory role with an element of compliance. There is also scope for the development of a specialist / sector focus if desired, e.g. real estate. Delivering high quality technical advice, working with a diverse range of clients. To be responsible for the scoping, delivery and billing of client work. You will also be required to be compliant with the firm's risk management processes for clients. What You'll Do: Manage a portfolio of clients as the main point of contact for indirect tax, develop your portfolio to grow your base of profitable work. Develop a portfolio of businesses to target, using your business development skills to start new relationships and generate new work for indirect tax and other teams. Work with colleagues across the firm to contribute to proposals for new work and provide technical input to tax-wide projects. Contribute to the indirect tax leadership team with ideas on management, projects, strategy and focus. What You'll Bring: The position would suit a current Manager or Associate Director with strong technical, business development and personal skills including an experienced manager seeking progression. The individual should have a strong interest in the technical side of VAT and should expect a high level of technical work commensurate with the role. Substantial experience in VAT advisory work, ideally including a good knowledge of financial services, funds industry or insurance VAT issues. CTA or legally qualified. What We Offer: Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one. We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive. Salaries & Benefits: At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive? Location: London Office - Located in 30 Old Bailey, London, EC4M 7AU. Moments from City Thameslink, St Paul's and Farringdon stations. Ideally positioned in the heart of the City of London, near major landmarks and law courts. Ready to Grow , Belong , and Impact ? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You'll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact. We are now looking for a senior individual to join the global Financial Services VAT team, with the role being based in London. Forvis Mazars' Financial Services VAT practice is trusted by clients ranging from some of the world's leading banks, insurers and asset managers to smaller niche players in the sector, to deliver a broad range of services. Within this practice, the Financial Services VAT team provides advisory, compliance and assurance and training services to clients across the world with business activities in the UK. Job Purpose To lead the development of the UK sector offering within Forvis Mazars Financial Services VAT team by developing relationships and building sector knowledge, working closely with the other UK partners and directors focussed on this sector as well as the wider international sector leadership team. We are now looking for the right person to help drive the business forward. The right person would: Demonstrate significant experience in the financial services, insurance and/or asset management sector and a strong existing network of sector clients and relationships. Have excellent client relationship building skills, combining commitment to first-rate client service with the curiosity to understand the client's business strategy and assets. Bring execution capacity, technical excellence, BD focus and strategy, helping to implement the existing business and to drive new business. Act as a key point of contact for other Forvis Mazars firms with Financial Services VAT opportunities and other UK service lines. Play a full role in our Financial Services VAT marketing strategy and be seen as a sector expert both within Forvis Mazars and externally. The role is a senior one which would involve high levels of collaboration with multiple other senior individuals across Forvis Mazars (both within the UK and internationally) and the right person would be able to use it as a platform to either push for partnership or develop a leadership role as a partner. Professional Responsibilities: Deliver high quality technical advice, working with a diverse range of financial sector and insurance clients. Business development and broader team management to deliver assignments. Shape and deliver the national sector strategy for Forvis Mazars Financial Services VAT offering. Develop market intelligence and sector knowledge to prepare for new client opportunities and pitches. Take the lead on proposal documents for new opportunities and help to convert these. Build an external network, developing a strong rapport with both existing and target clients and key market constituents. Lead the team in marketing activity as well as building own market profile. Build an internal network within Forvis Mazars (both in the UK and internationally), to maximise the value we bring to clients and opportunities for the firm as a whole. Work as part of an integrated financial services offering, working closely with colleagues across Tax, audit and other advisory teams. Promote Forvis Mazars Financial Services VAT sector knowledge both within the broader teams at Forvis Mazars and to other relevant parts of the firm. Manage delivery of client engagements by directing the team to achieve client objectives across various service offerings Taking the day to day lead role in running assignments, typically with a portfolio of assignments at any one time. People Development Help to develop our team technically by ensuring that they are properly informed on relevant sector dynamics and a commercial understanding; Acting as a mentor to junior team members: help individuals to achieve their potential through coaching, training and development. Reviewing the work of others and provide real time informal feedback. Help to ensure that our deliverables and other outputs are visually effective and clear; Build broader market relationships and knowledge that will help to ensure that our advice is up to date and informed by the latest technical developments and market insights; help to build the culture of the team so that junior team members also become used to doing this; Help to promote a general culture of learning and development across the team from one job to the next; Potential for line management responsibilities for staff in London. Key Requirements for the Role: The right person is likely to have a number of years of substantial experience of VAT advisory work in the Financial Services sector. Proven track record of building business and leading teams. Good understanding of the industry, key sector trends and the key players in the market. Excellent written and oral presentation skills. Demonstrable project management skills and ability to work toward demanding timetables. Track record of building enduring relationships with clients through repeat work. Ability to interpret and present issues, identify risks and opportunities through sound analysis and application of technical knowledge and commercial acumen. Be a highly pro-active, confident leader with a proven ability to build constructive professional relationships at all levels Detailed understanding of engagement and risk processes used in an accountancy firm context, and experience of applying these. Tax qualifications such as the CTA would be desirable but not essential. Fluency in English both written and verbal is mandatory and fluency in a second EU language is desirable Self-motivated, ambitious and hard working. Driven by a passion to provide excellent client service and to build a growing business, with a strong team ethic. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At Forvis Mazars inclusion and diversity are central to our values. We recognise that being an inclusive and diverse organisation makes us stronger as a business. We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diverse nature of our clients and communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age, and disability. Forvis Mazars selects candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience.

Associate Tax Director, in-house Financial services London, with 50% homeworking £100,000 - £120,000 + bonus & benefits We are partnered with a growing UK financial services business in recruiting an Associate Tax Director. Working as part of a small, London-based tax team, the successful applicant will enjoy a strong flexibility offering and exposure to a variety of projects. Reporting directly to the Head of Tax, the Associate Director will focus principally on corporation tax issues, with a broad focus across compliance (oversight) and advisory. Responsibilities will include: Providing tax advice on key projects, transactions and business initiatives Oversight and review of UK tax compliance and reporting processes Managing relations with Big 4 advisors and liaising with HMRC Playing a leading role in the tax team, deputising for the Head of Tax where necessary and mentoring juniors Proactively monitoring and managing tax risks by improving processes and building relations with finance/business/operational leaders Supporting with wider tax issues as required, including indirect tax matters The successful candidate will ACA/CTA qualification UK corporate tax specialist, with experience across compliance, advisory, tax accounting/reporting, accustomed to working with current and deferred taxes Demonstrable experience at Manager level within the financial services context (open to applicants with professional services and/or in-house backgrounds) Indirect tax experience would be helpful but not a pre-requisite Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including at senior level As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Job Title: Tax Manager Location: Southall Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 The Client Our client are a medium sized established Chartered / Certified Accountants firm, they are managed by ex-big four auditors, consultants and tax experts. They provide Audit, Assurance and Tax services in the UK with a team of experienced Chartered / Certified Accountants and Consultants. They are looking to add an experienced Tax Manager to their team. The Role of Tax Manager The Tax Manager will support and manage a portfolio of clients, providing assistance across UK direct and indirect tax matters, including HMRC payroll and employment tax compliance. The role involves delivering high-quality compliance and advisory services while supporting client relationships and internal team development. Key Responsibilities of the Tax Manager Direct Tax Assist clients with UK corporation tax and personal tax compliance, including preparation and review of tax computations and filing and returns. Support clients on tax planning matters and ad-hoc advisory queries. Liaise with HMRC on enquiries, disclosures, and correspondence. Assist with quarterly, year-end tax provisions and related disclosures. Indirect Tax Support clients with VAT registrations, VAT return preparation and review and VAT submission. Advise on VAT treatments for transactions. Support clients other VAT compliance where applicable. Payroll & Employment Taxes Assist clients with HMRC payroll compliance, including PAYE, RTI submissions and filings. Support preparation and review of P11D and PSA returns. Others Develop financial and economic analyses and models to support restructuring and pricing decisions and ensuring transfer pricing compliance. Prepare project deliverables including reports, presentations, Master Files, Local Files, and Country-by-Country (CbC) reports. Client & Practice Support Manage day-to-day client communications and provide timely tax support. Assist with onboarding new clients and understanding their tax requirements. Qualifications & Experience Essential Qualified CTA / ACA / ACCA (or equivalent). Minimum 5 years' UK tax experience within an accountancy or tax advisory firm. Practical experience in direct and indirect tax compliance. Exposure to HMRC payroll and employment tax matters. Strong working knowledge of UK tax legislation. Skills & Competencies Strong technical and analytical skills. Clear written and verbal communication. Ability to manage multiple client deadlines. Client-focused and commercially aware. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills. What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits as per UK market. Exposure to a varied client base. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Bowdon Associates is a member of the Guild of Quality Employment Agencies and has agreed to adopt the compliance and recruitment standards that form the basis their code of conduct. A quality, transparent and responsible recruitment agency committed to raising the industry standards.

Mixed Tax Compliance Manager Hybrid East London CTA TPF Recruitment, the leading provider of accountancy practice professionals in the southeast, are recruiting an experienced Mixed Tax Compliance Manager to lead and optimise the tax compliance function within a Top 100 accounting practice in London. This strategic role is essential to ensuring accurate, timely and fully compliant tax filings across corporate, personal and indirect tax areas, including CT600, SA, VAT, PAYE and NICs. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in UK and international tax regulations, a proven ability to manage high-performing compliance teams and a strong commitment to operational excellence. As a key advisor to senior leadership, you will play a critical role in minimizing tax risk, strengthening internal controls and driving process innovation through technology and automation. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape compliance strategy, influence regulatory engagement and contribute to the firm's reputation as a trusted leader in tax and financial services. Responsibilities: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of tax compliance professionals, ensuring performance excellence and career progression. Manage end-to-end preparation, review and submission of corporate, personal and indirect tax returns in compliance with HMRC and international standards. Ensure adherence to evolving UK tax legislation, OECD guidelines, and cross-jurisdictional compliance requirements. Establish and maintain rigorous quality assurance processes, audit readiness protocols and internal control frameworks. Conduct regular compliance risk assessments and implement proactive mitigation strategies. Collaborate with audit, advisory, and client service teams to integrate compliance data and deliver cohesive client solutions. Champion process improvement initiatives using automation, digital tools and data analytics to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Act as the primary liaison during tax authority audits, inquiries and regulatory investigations. Provide strategic insights to leadership on regulatory changes, emerging risks and compliance implications. Represent the firm in professional networks, industry forums and regulatory consultations to maintain thought leadership. Requirements CTA or equivalent professional qualification is essential for this role. Progressive experience in personal and corporate tax compliance, with a background in a management or leadership capacity. Expertise in UK tax legislation, including Corporation Tax, Income Tax, VAT, PAYE and NICs, with exposure to international compliance frameworks. Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and delivering high-quality compliance outputs under tight deadlines. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with meticulous attention to detail. Proficiency in tax compliance software (e.g., Xero, Sage, TaxCalc, Thomson Reuters) and advanced Microsoft Excel (macros, pivot tables, complex formulas). Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder engagement abilities. Proven ability to interpret complex tax regulations and translate them into clear, actionable compliance procedures. Experience with internal audit, risk management and regulatory reporting standards. Ongoing commitment to professional development, ethics and continuous learning. Benefits Salary up to £85,000 dependent on experience Extensive benefits package - Private Medical, Enhanced Parental Leave Hybrid role Contact Andy Irvine to apply Refer a friend We're keen to remain the leading provider of the best accountancy talent in the South-East. We are continually exploring ways to expand our network and we know that great candidates like