Job Description
We’re looking for an experienced VAT Manager to join our European Tax team in Dublin. This is an opportunity for a strong indirect tax professional who wants to move beyond a traditional compliance-heavy role.
As our operating model evolves, core VAT compliance activity (including VAT returns, EC Sales Lists, and Intrastat filings in multiple countries) is moved to a third party for preparation. Our internal team retains responsibility for review, oversight, governance, and sign‑off.
What You’ll Do
Oversee outsourced VAT compliance across a number of European jurisdictions, with a focus on risk-based review, challenge, and governance.
Act as a key VAT business partner, providing practical advice on VAT matters arising from business activity, projects, contracts, and cross-border transactions.
Build and manage strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external advisers, and tax authorities across Europe.
Lead and support VAT audits and controversies, whether conducted by tax authorities or internal audit.
Ensure VAT risks are actively identified, monitored, and mitigated, with clear control evidence and audit trail.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen governance, and provide VAT value-add and optimisation opportunities.
Manage and develop team members, shaping the team’s role in a modern retained tax model focused on oversight, advisory support, and continuous improvement.
What We’re Looking For
Strong European VAT / indirect tax experience in industry and/or practice.
Relevant professional qualification (e.g., ACA / CTA or equivalent).
Experience managing VAT advisory issues and dealing with VAT audits.
Demonstrated ability to manage and develop people.
Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders.
A proactive, pragmatic approach to risk management, controls, and continuous improvement.
Experience working in a complex, multi-jurisdictional environment.
Why this role is different
This is not a traditional VAT manager role focused mainly on preparing or line-by-line reviewing returns. It offers a broader leadership role focused on stakeholder management, governance, advisory work, audit readiness, risk oversight, and value creation.
Accessibility
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. If you need adjustments at any stage of the application or hiring process, please contact your recruiter for guidance and support.
Total Rewards
U.S. Bank is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation practices. Our total rewards approach includes performance-based incentives and benefits focused on financial wellbeing, health & wellness, and continuous development opportunities.
Closing Date
Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants. We encourage early applications for consideration.
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