Tax Manager - Advisory

Carpenter Box is proud to be part of the Sumer Group. We are chartered accountants, tax, and business advisers based in the Southeast. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and professional excellence, where every team member is encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a real difference. We are looking for a Manager to work within our Tax Advisory team. The role will be based predominantly in our Worthing office, with the flexibility to work from home and/or our Gatwick, Brighton or Chichester offices. Our team provides tax advice across a wide variety of sectors and taxes, and you will need to have proven experience in both corporate and personal taxes. Key Responsibilities Providing clear and concise advice to your portfolio of clients, building trusted and effective relationships Work closely with non-tax fee earners across the group, including Business Services and Audit, to deliver a wide range of business tax projects Managing and reviewing complex corporation tax returns, advising on matters such as corporate reorganisations, EMI schemes, and tax planning for owner managed businesses. Advising owner managed businesses regarding remuneration planning, succession planning, CGT and IHT mitigation Delivering specialist tax advice which may include profit extraction strategies, management buy outs, and key stages of the business lifecycle. Line management responsibilities for trainees within your team, providing regular feedback and supporting their development. Skills, Knowledge