Published: 10/10/2025

Senior VAT Specialist

Birkirkara
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Location:
Birkirkara
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Where You Will Work

At Grant Thornton we go beyond business as usual, so you can too. A team of over 140 professionals together collaborate with more than 76,000 colleagues in more than 156 markets globally.

GT will embrace your uniqueness and what you bring to the table. We seek individuals who bring their own flair, passion, and diverse experiences to the forefront. Each individual adds a layer of richness and depth to our collective tapestry.

We want you not only to bring your skills and expertise, but also your essence, your passions, and your authentic self. At Grant Thornton, we know that when you bring your own self, you bring magic to the workplace.

 

What We Need From You

The successful candidate will be responsible for advising clients on all aspects of Value Added Tax (VAT), ensuring full compliance with VAT regulations, and leading a high-performing team by fostering a collaborative, positive, and results-driven environment.

Your day-to-day tasks would include:

  • Provide expert advice and guidance to clients on all aspects of VAT, including compliance, registration, VAT returns, and the treatment of VAT on transactions.
  • Take a leadership role in overseeing and managing VAT related tasks.
  • Analyse clients' financial data to ensure compliance with VAT regulations and identify areas for improvement.
  • Monitor changes in VAT legislation and communicate their impact to clients.
  • Provide training to clients and colleagues on VAT regulations and procedures.
  • Review and manage VAT returns and ensure timely submission to relevant authorities.
  • Respond to VAT-related queries from clients and relevant authorities.
  • Assist in the resolution of VAT disputes and represent clients in VAT-related audits.
  • Conduct reviews of client VAT compliance processes and identify areas for improvement.

 

About You

The successful candidate must have:

  • Minimum 3 years of advanced experience in VAT compliance and/or advisory services, with a history of leading engagements and managing complex client portfolios.
  • In-depth knowledge of VAT regulations and procedures.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong client relationship management skills.
  • Qualified accountant (bachelor’s degree in accounting, ACCA, or related field).
  • Any other professional qualification in VAT and experience in other areas of tax compliance will be considered as an asset.

 

What We Can Give You

Apart from working on the various practice areas on offer at GT, we will support you in exploring and developing new topics and areas of practice within the Firm which you have an interest and passion for. To this end, we will ensure you have:

  • Competitive salary and benefits;
  • Health Insurance;
  • A dynamic, diverse, inclusive and young environment;
  • A supportive and experienced team;
  • Continuous personal and professional growth;
  • An open door policy;
  • Flexibility;
  • Family friendly measures;
  • Induction meetings and buddy system;
  • Firmwide social activities;
  • Attendance to educational events which may arise from time to time.
     

Be part of our journey at GT and apply now!