With 20 years of experience working in practice with leading Scottish firms, I founded VITA in 2019 (formerly known as VAT Consultancy Scotland). In a short period of time, the business has established itself as one of the largest independent VAT and Indirect Tax team in the UK, and is a credible and cost-effective alternative to the VAT offerings of the Big4 and National firms. The business works is well placed to advise other professionals and has relationships and support contracts with some of the largest independent accountancy firms. The business also works directly with large corporations, family-owned businesses and the charity/NFP sectors.VAT is well-known as a tricky tax full of nuance, and the business can support and find costs effective solutions on a retainer or time spent basis. Whilst happy to consider any issue or opportunity, the business has particular experience and can add great value in the following areas: • the construction, and land and property sector • international and cross-border transactions• general "best practice" for family businesses and large corporates• navigating the complex rules for charities• the finance and insurance sectorsThe landscape of taxation is evolving and another area where we can advise is on sustainable taxes and environmental taxes.

VAT Partner within the national firm now known as Azets, working in a team of highly motivated indirect tax consultants. Responsible for a large client portfolio, supporting the firms wider client base, business development, and leading and coaching the team. While working out of the Glasgow office, the role was countrywide and regularly visit other offices including Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Perth.Varied work in a vast client base including SMEs, charities and a number of large corporations.

Senior Manager with the Indirect Taxes team in the Scotland & Northern Ireland region. Responsible for the Glasgow office's VAT practice, whilst supporting and working throughout the region.Working with some of the largest organisations in Scotland, including PLCs, large HE and FE bodies, International business, charities and pension schemes. My role included managing client relationships, business development, and managing and coaching staff. Developed offerings relating to SAO organisations, pension schemes, and worked on many interesting projects including Cross-Border transactions and collaborating on Mergers & Acquisitions

VAT consultant working with a range of SME's in Scotland's Central Belt. Also provided specialist advice for charities and public sector organisations including several FE Colleges, Arts & Culture bodies, Housing Association, Welfare Charities and Urban Regeneration Companies.Responsible for the Glasgow office's VAT practice, including managing client relationships, business development, and managing and coaching staff.

VAT Consultant in the Scotland & Northern Ireland practiceATT Qualified in November 2001CTA Qualified in November 2002