Guildford, United Kingdom | Posted on 20/10/2026
TPF Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a fast-growing and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Guildford that is looking to recruit an experienced Tax Manager to join its expanding team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a multi-office firm with a strong presence across the South East, offering a full suite of accountancy, tax and advisory services to a broad and diverse client base, including owner-managed businesses and private individuals.
The firm offers a collaborative, professional environment with strong progression opportunities and a focus on delivering high-quality, client-focused advice.
The Role
As a Tax Manager, you will take ownership of a varied portfolio of clients, delivering both compliance and advisory services while also supporting the development of the wider tax team.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing a portfolio of personal and corporate tax clients, with a focus on owner-managed businesses
- Delivering tax compliance work and handling client queries independently
- Providing advisory services across areas such as inheritance tax, capital gains tax, estate planning and R&D claims
- Preparing and reviewing tax computations and returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Reviewing work completed by junior team members and maintaining high technical standards
- Managing and developing a team, including training, mentoring and workload planning
- Overseeing deadlines, workflow and project delivery across the tax function
- Liaising with senior leadership on client matters and technical issues
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and HMRC
- Supporting business development activities and networking with new and existing clients
- Managing budgets and multiple client projects effectively
Requirements
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will likely have:
- ATT qualified, ideally CTA qualified
- Approximately 4–5 years’ experience within a tax role in an accountancy practice
- Strong personal tax experience, with exposure to corporate tax and advisory work being advantageous
- Excellent technical knowledge of current UK tax legislation
- Proven experience reviewing work and managing or mentoring a team
- Strong communication skills, with confidence dealing directly with clients and HMRC
- Experience using tax and accountancy software, ideally IRIS or similar
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
What’s on Offer
- Salary from £50,000+, depending on experience and qualifications
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell additional leave
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Cycle to work scheme and additional wellbeing benefits
- Regular social events and a supportive team culture
- Flexible working options and consideration for alternative working patterns
- Excellent long-term progression opportunities within a growing firm
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Personal Tax Manager in Guildford employer: TPF Recruitment Ltd
TPF Recruitment offers an exceptional working environment for an Accounts Semi-Senior in Haywards Heath, where you can thrive in a supportive team dedicated to your professional growth. With competitive salaries, hybrid working options, and a commitment to ongoing development, employees enjoy a balanced work-life culture alongside generous benefits like enhanced family leave and corporate discounts. This role not only provides diverse client exposure but also fosters mentorship opportunities, making it an ideal place for those eager to advance their careers in accountancy.
