Assistant VAT Manager (Maternity Cover- 9 month secondment)

End Date

Wednesday 22 July 2026

Salary Range

£48,987 - £54,430

We support flexible working – click here for more information on flexible working options

Flexible Working Options

Hybrid Working

Job Description Summary

Interpret complex processes and manage the efficient and effective production of high quality output and analysis, anticipating stakeholder needs.

Job Description

What you will do

Use of tools such as Excel, Power Apps, Copilot and Alteryx to manage and transform data including:

Reviewing VAT Returns, reconciliations and supporting analysis,

Analysing large and complex data sets to support VAT reporting and issue resolutions

Apply VAT Rules to transactions and ensure the correct treatment across systems.

Support VAT assurance reviews and audits.

Identify process gaps, control weaknesses, and support practical improvements.

Work with finance and business teams to gather data and resolve VAT queries.

Use tools such as Excel, Power Query, and Alteryx to manage and transform data.

Prepare clear documentation to support compliance, controls, and audit requirements.

Deliver work in line with established tax control frameworks and procedures.

Support the VAT team in responding to advisory queries from the business.

Apply working knowledge of UK VAT legislation and HMRC guidance to support decisions.

What you will bring

Relevant qualification such as ATT, VAT Compliance Diploma, ACCA, or AAT preferred.

Strong VAT compliance experience, ideally in financial services or a large corporate

Proven experience reviewing complex VAT returns and supporting audits.

Good working knowledge of UK VAT law and its practical application

Ability to apply VAT guidance to transactions and data.

Confidence working with large datasets and translating data into clear outputs.

Strong Excel skills. Experience with Power Query or Alteryx is beneficial.

Experience with finance systems such as Oracle ERP and SAP Ariba.

Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines.

Clear communication skills and ability to work with a range of stakeholders.

At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop.

We keep your data safe. So, we'll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. We'll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person.

We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we’re building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.