About the job
About the job:
Do you have experience of Indirect Tax or VAT, legislation, regulations, and compliance, plus would like to develop your Indirect Tax knowledge and work on tackling some of the UK’s most challenging and complex tax issues
?
Are you an experienced VAT professional with a passion for ensuring compliance? Join HMRC as a Grade 7 Tax Technical VAT Compliance Officer and play a pivotal role in safeguarding the integrity of the UK’s tax system. In this challenging yet rewarding role, you will leverage your substantial knowledge of VAT compliance to provide expert guidance and support to our tea
m.
If so, we have the perfect role for you at HM
RC!
Job Descript
ion:At HMRC, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and celebrated. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, as we believe that a diverse workforce is key to delivering exceptional service to the pub
lic.
As a Tax Technical VAT Compliance Officer, you will be responsible for conducting in-depth analyses of complex VAT cases, identifying potential risks, and developing robust compliance strategies. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring businesses adhere to VAT regulations, ultimately contributing to a fair and efficient tax sy
stem.
To be successful in this role, you must possess substantial and demonstrable knowledge of VAT compliance, coupled with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. Applications are welcome from candidates with knowledge that spans different types of taxes and/or customer sectors and with large values of tax at risk. You will be expected to identify and address risk across multiple heads of duty in some of our investigatory
roles.
If you are a driven professional with a proven track record in VAT compliance, we invite you to join our team and make a meaningful impact on the UK’s tax landscape. Apply now and be part of an organization that values integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to public s
ervice.
Responsib
ilities:- Conduct in-depth analyses of complex VAT cases, identifying potential risks and areas of non-com
pliance.- Develop and implement effective compliance strategies to ensure customers adhere to VAT regulations. Lead on the communication and delivery of these compliance strategies across internal and external stakeholder
groups.- Investigate multiple business and individual networks, designed to hide fraud, tackling fraudulent behaviour and/or poor co
mpliance- Provide expert guidance and support to colleagues and stakeholders on VAT compliance
matters.- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a consistent and coordinated approach to VAT com
pliance.- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of VAT legislation, regulations, and industry best pr
actices.- Represent HMRC in meetings and discussions with external stakeholders, including businesses and professional
bodies.- Contribute to the continuous improvement of VAT compliance processes and pro
cedures.
Person Speci
fication:Essential
Criteria:
– Substantial and demonstrable knowledge of VAT compliance principles and re
gulations.- Recent demonstrable compliance experience working on the most complex V
AT issues.- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address complex V
AT issues.- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to diverse
audiences.- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and build positive working rela
tionships.- Commitment to continuous professional development and staying up to date with industry trends and best
practices.
Desirabl
e Criteria:
– Knowledge of other tax regimes and their interactio
ns with VAT.- Familiarity with data analysis tools and
techniques.- Experience in training or mentoring colleagues on VAT complia
nce matters.
Salary
and Benefits:Below are further details on salary and benefits
of the role:Alongside your salary range of £56,344 – £62,590 per ann
um (National)A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribut
ion of 28.97%An environment with flexible and hybrid wor
king options.We offer a generous leave allowance, starting at 25 days and increasing by a day for every year of qualifying service up to a maximu
m of 30 days.Coaching and development tailored
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