Corporate Tax Manager in Guildford

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Corporate Tax Manager to join an established and growing accountancy practice, with a particular focus on technology and innovation-led businesses. Key Responsibilities • Manage and advise a portfolio of corporate tax clients, particularly within technology, software, SaaS, fintech and other innovative sectors. • Advise on R&D tax relief, including claim preparation, technical reviews and HMRC enquiries. • Provide advice on corporation tax, capital allowances, Patent Box, trading losses and intangible assets. • Support clients with SEIS/EIS, EMI schemes, share incentives and wider business tax planning. • Advise on corporate transactions, including acquisitions, restructures, funding rounds, due diligence and business exits. • Support international tax matters, including overseas expansion, transfer pricing and permanent establishment risks. • Review corporation tax computations and prepare complex tax returns, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and deadlines. • Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities to develop new business. • Contribute to networking, proposals, events and thought leadership to grow the technology tax offering. • Mentor junior team members and contribute to technical training and development. Requirements • At least three years' post-qualification UK tax practice experience. • CTA, ACA or ACCA qualified; CTA preferred. Candidates qualified by experience will also be considered. • Experience advising corporate clients, ideally within technology, software or innovation-led sectors. • Practical experience of R&D tax relief under the current UK regime is highly desirable. • Knowledge of areas such as SEIS/EIS, EMI, Patent Box and tax planning for investor-backed or loss-making businesses is advantageous. • Commercially minded, proactive and confident in identifying business development opportunities. Benefits • Competitive salary, reviewed annually. • 35-hour working week with hybrid working options. • 20 days' annual leave, increasing with service, plus bank holidays and additional Christmas closure days. • Option to buy or sell annual leave. • Paid volunteering day each year. • Season ticket loans. • Regular social events Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful