Employment Tax Assistant Manager

Principal Consultant – Tax with JSS Search – Specializing in finding new opportunities for tax professionals. JSS Tax supports a leading UK accountancy and advisory firm to recruit an experienced Assistant Manager to join their Employment Taxes team. This is an excellent opportunity to manage the employment tax affairs of a varied client portfolio and contribute to the success of a highly respected practice. It comes with a salary of circa £45k‑£55k plus bonus and benefits package. The Role You will manage a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, with a primary focus on the annual employment tax compliance cycle, including P11Ds, PSA, STBV, and ERS reporting. From this compliance work, you will also identify advisory opportunities for the team. Key Responsibilities Provide timely and technically accurate advice on employment tax matters, including pay and benefits, employee status, and payroll compliance. Support clients with compliance duties such as year‑end reporting, due diligence, and policy reviews. Assist in supervising and mentoring junior team members, guiding their technical development and ensuring high‑quality deliverables. Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of employment tax legislation and changes. About You Proactive and commercially minded, with the confidence and professionalism to establish credibility at all levels. Recent practical experience of managing an employment tax compliance portfolio. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects. Preferably CTA and/or ACA qualified. Innovative, with vision, creativity, and the ability to market your skills and those of the firm. What’s on Offer A 35‑hour working week with flexible hours and the ability to work from home. Competitive benefits including contributory pension, 25 days annual leave, life assurance, and family‑friendly policies. Eligibility for profit‑sharing and discretionary bonus schemes. Ongoing training and support, with clear opportunities for progression. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Accounting/Auditing #J-18808-Ljbffr