VAT Chat with Nikki
Whether you are considering a career in VAT, are currently working in a VAT role (and wondering what is next) or if you just want to find out more about what these VAT folk do all day then you are in the right place.
Join me for chats with leading VAT practitioners, and those who work alongside them, as they reflect on their careers, the different routes it has taken them and hear their advice for anyone who is considering working in the wonderful world of VAT!
Episodes
11 episodes
Iain Harris, Anderson & Edwards Ltd
In conversation with IainWe talk about, among other things: the truth about the indirect tax qualification route, non-linear careers and VAT rockstars. There is mention of TOMS and TOGC within - VERY high level definitions be...
Alex Mann & Thomas Fisher, Harvey John
In conversation with Alex and Thomas We talk about market trends, in-house and technology product roles as well as why indirect tax people are the best! Harvey John Website: https://www.harveyjohn.com/https://www....
Bryn Reynolds: Partner at Pinsent Masons
In conversation with Bryn We talk about the path to becoming partner, exams and a wide variety of indirect taxes (it's not just about VAT!)
Ruth Corkin, Principal of indirect Taxes at Hillier Hopkins LLP
In conversation with RuthWe discuss working at, and later with, HMRC as well as the benefits of working across many indirect taxes and, in particular, the impact of these on Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)Ruth's LinkedIn: http...
Jane Deeks, Managing Director of Deeks VAT Consultancy
In conversation with JaneDuring this chat we talk about unconventional routes into VAT, starting and scaling a business as well as talking gravestones....Jane's website: https://deeksvat.co.uk/team/jane-deeks/Jane's LinkedI...
Mark Roberts: Author of 'Fail Better', Director of Research, English teacher
In conversation with MarkIt's all about the 'F' word.A Special Exam Focussed Episode Failure of professional exams is surprisingly common so how can we make sure that an exam failure is a 'blip' within our professional...
Ed Saltmarsh, VAT & Customs Technical Manager ICAEW
In conversation with Ed SaltmarshIn this chat we talk about interesting client problems, meeting celebrities and tax policy.
Hilary Bevan, Director of Bevan VAT Consultancy
During my chat with Hilary we discuss finding her love of VAT, the role of the VAT Practitioners Group (VPG) and how communication is vital when working in the world of VAT.
Lucibeth Hammond, Co-Founder of Ilumis
In conversation with Lucibeth Hammond, co-founder of Ilumis. We talk about when challenge can be a great thing for your career, what exactly tax technology work involves and the loveliness of the VAT community!
Greg McNally, Managing partner at VITA
In conversation with Greg McNally, managing partner of VITA. We talk about finding a career path that complements your strengths and interests as well as what it is really like to set up your own firm from scratch!
Henritta Amponsah, Global Indirect Tax Lead at Colt Technologies
We talk about routes into VAT, why it's an exciting area to work in, what it means to be a business partner when working in-house as well as the obligatory question about whether AI is about to replace VAT advisers....
