Tax Manager CTA - Hybrid

Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching. C.S. Lewis.

The Client: My client is a well-established, mid-sized accountancy practice based in north London, offering a range of audit, tax, and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality service, the firm fosters a supportive and professional working environment, offering excellent career progression opportunities and a flexible hybrid working model.

Job Summary: They are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Tax Manager to join them. This is a fantastic opportunity for a CTA-qualified professional to lead their tax function, managing a portfolio of clients and providing strategic tax planning advice. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving the firm’s tax services, mentoring junior staff and ensuring compliance with UK tax regulations.

Responsibilities of the Senior Tax Manager will include:

• Lead and manage the firm’s tax department, overseeing all tax compliance and advisory services.
• Provide expert tax planning and consultancy services to a range of clients, including owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Ensure compliance with UK tax legislation and HMRC requirements across all tax areas, including corporate, personal, and VAT.
• Manage and develop client relationships, acting as a key point of contact for tax related matters.
• Review and sign off on complex tax computations and returns prepared by the tax team.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and provide proactive tax planning strategies.
• Stay up to date with changes in tax legislation and communicate relevant updates to clients and colleagues.
• Work closely with other departments within the firm to offer integrated tax and accounting solutions.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of professional growth and excellence.
• Assist with business development activities, contributing to the firm’s growth and expansion of its tax services.

The successful Senior Tax Manager will possess:

• A CTA qualification is essential.
• Significant experience in a tax-focused role, ideally within a mid-sized accountancy practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK tax laws and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to provide tax planning and advisory services to a diverse client base.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to contribute to business development.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple client engagements.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary circa £80,000, dependent on experience.
• Opportunity to lead and shape the firm’s tax function.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Career development and professional growth opportunities.
• Hybrid working arrangements and flexibility.
• Generous holiday allowance and various other company benefits.

How to Apply: If you are a motivated and experienced accountant looking to take the next step in your career within a reputable North London practice firm, we would love to hear from you. Click "Apply" today to take the next step in your career! You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.