Employment Taxes Assistant Manager / Manager in Reading

Join to apply for the Employment Taxes Assistant Manager / Manager role at Grant Thornton UK. At Grant Thornton we do things differently – looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. We provide audit, tax and advisory services and empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity and genuine partnership. We empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work‑life balance. With over 5,000 people in the UK and a presence in 150 global markets we are on an ambitious journey from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential.

Embark in a role that helps businesses and employees navigate employment tax challenges. You will support clients on a range of matters including PAYE, NIC, IR35, salary‑sacrifice schemes, holiday pay, statutory payments and related regulatory updates.

A look into the role:

• Advise our diverse client base on a range of employment tax issues, including the operation of PAYE and NIC on payments, expenses and benefits provided to employees as well as establishing employment status (including IR35).
• Help employers gain cost savings through the implementation of more effective pay and benefits reward structures.
• Manage Employment Tax compliance and mitigate internal and external risks, including year‑end reporting, NMW and holiday pay risks.
• Assist with Employment Tax reviews, whether within due diligence, health‑checks, SAO or on a standalone basis.
• Play an integral role in the Employment Tax and wider Employer Solutions group, working on interesting and rewarding projects within the team on a variety of clients.
• Build the reputation of the Employment Tax team and Grant Thornton as a whole through quality.

Knowing you’re right for us:

• The minimum criteria you’ll need: ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified or equivalent qualification, preferably in tax.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead on projects.
• At least 3‑years’ experience in Employment Tax.

It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box – we’ll help you to develop along the way:

• Current knowledge of UK tax legislation and common Employment Tax themes (PAYE, NIC, IR35, etc.) and awareness of implications from the Budget/Autumn Statement and HMRC consultations.
• A well‑thought‑out approach to complex problems based on sound judgement and research, communicating with empathy and impact.
• A tenacious spirit in the face of adversity, taking personal responsibility, an enthusiasm to pursue business opportunities and better develop self and team working in a respectful and co‑operative manner.
• Desire to embrace the use of technology and how to embed it to increase efficiency and maximise our client opportunity.
• Ability to analyse client problems, integrate information and provision of clear and consistent communication.

Knowing we’re right for you:

Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people. We never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.

Beyond the job:

Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, so we offer flexible working options for all roles and strive to keep your work and life balanced. You’ll have opportunities for secondments, fundraising for local charities and investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world – all rooted in our CLEARR values: Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect and Responsibility. We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to proudly do what’s right for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be.