Tax Semi Senior in Manchester

Are you a part-qualified or early-career tax professional looking to develop your expertise in advisory work? Do you want to join a respected and supportive accountancy firm that will invest in your growth and give you exposure to a wide range of tax projects? This is an excellent opportunity for a Tax Semi Senior to join a growing and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Manchester. Whether you’re already working in tax or starting your journey towards a professional qualification, you’ll gain hands‑on experience, high-quality training, and a clear progression path within a collaborative and people‑focused team.

The Role

As Tax Semi Senior, you’ll work closely with senior members of the tax team, supporting both compliance and advisory work for a broad mix of corporate and private clients. You’ll gain exposure to complex and rewarding assignments while developing your technical skills and confidence.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the preparation of personal and corporate tax returns
• Supporting senior advisors on a range of tax advisory projects
• Conducting research into tax legislation and preparing reports and summaries
• Liaising with HMRC and handling client correspondence
• Assisting with business reorganisations, share transactions, and tax planning projects
• Preparing technical documentation and maintaining client records
• Developing your knowledge through on‑the‑job training and mentoring

This is a varied and client‑facing role that offers early exposure to advisory work and the chance to learn from experienced professionals.

About You

You’ll be enthusiastic, organised, and keen to build a career in tax within a supportive, professional environment. You will:

• Have experience in tax within an accountancy practice (though strong trainees will be considered)
• Be AAT, ATT, CTA, ACA or ACCA part-qualified or looking to begin studying
• Have a genuine interest in tax and problem‑solving
• Possess strong analytical, communication, and organisational skills
• Be confident using Excel and familiar with accounting or tax software
• Have a proactive attitude and a desire to learn and progress
• Have a genuine desire to succeed — not just through qualifications, but by continually developing your knowledge, skills, and client relationships

The firm welcomes applications from ambitious individuals at different stages of their careers — what matters most is your commitment and drive to develop.

The Firm

You’ll be joining a well‑established independent accountancy and advisory firm with a strong reputation across Manchester and beyond. The firm provides audit, tax, and business advisory services to a wide variety of clients, including owner‑managed businesses, entrepreneurs, and high‑net‑worth individuals. They combine professional excellence with an approachable, people‑first culture. You’ll enjoy modern working practices, access to high‑quality training, and a genuine focus on work‑life balance and long‑term career growth.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Full study support for professional qualifications (ATT, CTA, ACA, ACCA)
• Payment of professional subscriptions
• Paid overtime
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing CPD and technical training
• Friendly, supportive, and collaborative team culture

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Tax Semi Senior to accelerate their career in tax within a modern and progressive accountancy firm. You’ll gain hands‑on experience, valuable client exposure, and structured development in a business that truly invests in its people. If you’re enthusiastic about tax and ready to learn from a team of experts in a supportive environment, this could be the perfect next step for you.