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VAT Manager
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Manages all indirect taxes across nine European countries for David Lloyd Clubs, leading VAT compliance, returns, real-time reporting, and risk management.
About this role
Would you like to join Europe’s leading premium health and wellness group?
Our team members are the ambassadors of our business and we are on the look out for a passionate VAT Manager to join our team!
As VAT Manager, your role will encompass all indirect taxes across nine countries in which David Lloyd Clubs operate. The countries currently are UK, Ireland, Spain, Belgium, Italy, France, Germany and The Netherlands, and this may expand in future.
You will lead all indirect tax matters for the group, overseeing preparation and submission of c.15 international VAT returns and managing real-time reporting requirements (e.g., SII in Spain). Other responsibilities include balance sheet reconciliations, forecasting VAT exposures, maintaining the UK VAT risk register, liaising with tax authorities and advisors, supporting evolving business strategies with tax insight, identifying risks and opportunities, and driving process improvements and automation while controlling departmental costs.
Our Team Members are at the heart of what we do. This is why we ensure everyone working at David Lloyd Clubs feels a sense of belonging and thrives physically and mentally.
Our perks:
- Free Club Membership for you and your family!
- 50% Discount on food and drinks.
- Discounts on Swimming, Tennis Lessons, and Personal Training.
- Opportunities for Career Advancement through internal training and development.
- Wagestream App: Get paid on demand!
- Access to our Benefits Suite.
About you:
- CTA/ACA/CA qualification or equivalent, large accountancy firm training/experience desirable.
- Significant post-qualification VAT experience, ideally within large or complex organisations.
- Experience of forecasting.
- Minimum of intermediate Excel skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 is beneficial.
- Understanding of Alteryx is beneficial.
Join us and help us create a thriving and inclusive culture. Together, we’re more than a Club!
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