Company Description
At S&W, we help our clients thrive by simplifying the complex, illuminating new paths, and shaping solutions that make a difference. As one of the UK’s top 10 fastest-growing accountancy firms, we have been a trusted partner since 1881—helping businesses and individuals meet challenges and seize opportunities across generations.
Built on expertise and driven by ambition, we provide a comprehensive range of services, including tax and accountancy, advisory and assurance, corporate finance, and restructuring. We are defined by our purpose—to help navigate challenges, unlock potential, and achieve the extraordinary.
Job Description
We're seeking a talented individual to join our VAT team in London.We provide a wide range of tax and consulting services to a broad range of companies.
In your role, you will provide VAT advisory services to clients focusing in real estate and financial services in the UK and internationally.
Key Responsibilities
- Taking full ownership of project execution across your client portfolio ensuring timely an high quality delivery
- Overseeing and reviewing the output of Junior team members, providing guidance where necessary
- Act as a key point of contact with HMRC, managing correspondence and enquiries effectively
- Ensuring all work is completed within scope and budget, proactively communicating with clients and Partners about potential scope changes or overruns
- Using sound judgement to flag complex technical matters or risks to Partners, while also identifying areas where additional support or services may be offered
- Support the leadership team across broader client engagements and help drive team development
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with senior stakeholders
Qualifications
What we're looking for
- ACA/ CTA qualified (or equivalent)
- A strong track record in UK VAT with significant hands on experience
- Deep understanding of current VAT developments, particularly within financial services would be desirable
- Confidence in reviewing VAT compliance work and delivering strategic advice while coaching junior team members to grow their technical skills
- A commercial mindset
- Comfortable engaging with senior level clients and collaborating closely with cross functional tax teams
Additional Information
As a colleague here at S&W you will have access to benefits that include
Competitive salary
Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Pension contribution
Hybrid working model (role dependent)
Generous holiday package
Option to purchase additional holiday
Shared parental leave
Fully funded training towards professional qualifications
Cycle to work scheme
Season ticket loan
Eye care support
We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we’re delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workplace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.
We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate for your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.