VAT Manager

We've got a brilliant opportunity for a self-motivated and ambitious Manager to join our growing Indirect Tax team, led by Simon Shaw. The role is also open to ambitious and experienced Assistant Managers that are looking to advance their career journey. Following a transformative year where Cooper Parry has more than doubled in size and looking to keep that momentum for the future, there is no better time for you to become a key part of an incredible team, helping to shape the next phase of growth. As a Manager in our Indirect Tax team, you'll be…

• Dealing with challenging client queries across a broad variety of sectors
• Managing complex projects and deliver those projects with the support of the wider team
• Have a sense of pride in your work and strive for an exceptionally high-quality output
• Build relationships with clients and firm-wide team members, as you will be a "go to" person for indirect tax matters
We're one of the fastest growing accountancy firms in the UK; winning awards for Best Place to work for in the UK by the Sunday Times 7 years running, Regional Tax Team of the Year and the Best Tax Employer at the Tolley's Tax Awards, 6 awards for 2024 at the Inspiring Workplace Awards and Best Company in Europe in the European Engagement Awards. Why? Because we put our people at the heart of our success.

We are looking for someone who shares our vision so we can continue to move ourselves forward. Play to your strengths, we say. Create a role you're truly passionate about. Then, work flexibly to design a life that's right for you. You'll be passionate about the success of Cooper Parry as a whole and its extensive client base… You won't just want to answer queries, you'll want to support businesses achieving their own growth journey, in particular Owner Managed Businesses and tech driven high growth businesses as they aim to grow on an international stage. What you'll need...
• Strong technical skills
• Commercially aware with the ability to think outside of the problem
• Ability to build and retain strong relationships
• Have trained in practice in either a legal or accounting environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Show sound judgement
  
  About us...:
We're straight-talking and put people and relationships before products and services. This is what's made us the fastest growing firm of accountants in the UK... and our vision is to continue. Over the last couple years alone, we have achieved some fantastic feats:
• Ranked No.1 in the Accountancy Age Mid-Tier Power Index
• Placed Top 3 in the mid-size category at the Inspiring Workplace Awards and 13th overall at the Inspiring Workplace Awards, against all businesses of all sizes across Europe, Middle East & Africa
• B Corp certified! Measuring and improving our impact beyond business for a brighter tomorrow
• Best Companies No.1 Accountancy Firm to work for in the UK & No.30 Best Large Company to work for 2023
What's in it for you... We put our people at the heart of our culture. If our people love working here then they do amazing work, that's why we offer things like:
• Supported development with tailored training to help you learn and progress
• Open Holidays - unlimited paid annual leave to take what you need to feel well rested
• We are currently undertaking a 100-80-100 trial, otherwise known as a "4 day work week trial" to reduce our working hours by 20%
• A truly flexible approach to hybrid working
• Empowered and entrusted to do what you do best
• An amazing wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental, spiritual, and financial health
• Volunteering opportunities to work closer with local communities and charities
• Alongside an array of benefits and perks all nicely packaged on our CP Pay & Perks platform
We know everyone performs their best when they feel welcomed and supported to bring their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunities' employer, we will work with you to ensure you have all you need to achieve your best. Get in touch if you have any questions about our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion or about accessibility/accommodations during your application process. A note for Recruitment Agencies... Agencies, we love you… but unsolicited CV's will not be honoured. We will only accept CV submissions for roles briefed to you by our Talent Acquisition team.