Corporate Tax Manager

About the Company:

If your current role is not challenging you enough, then it may just be time for a change. Luckily for you there is an opportunity available for you if you are brave enough to seek a new challenge. This opportunity is within a firm is within a top 50 London chartered accountancy and advisory firm, that has been growing significantly in recent years. The firm itself deals with numerous sectors, which includes manufacturing, pharmaceutical and commercial property.  Furthermore, the clients within these sectors range from sole traders to multi-million-pound international groups, which allow for engaging and diverse work for staff.  

The training and development of staff is a vital part of the firm’s ethos, as they place immense value on keeping the staff well educated and intellectually stimulated. The CPD training on offer throughout the year help ensure that continuous learning is a key part of every individual’s experience. Moreover, the staff within the firm are very supportive and welcoming of new hires, eager to help the next generation to prosper.

About the Role:

The firm is seeking either a manager or assistant manager who is aiming to grow and take the next step in their career. The chosen individual will be working in tandem with the corporate tax partner and will have strong technical experience as well as impeccable people skills. The role will help improve upon these previous skills and involve working in compliance and advisory matters with regards to corporate tax.

Benefits:

The lucky individual that joins the firm will be entitled to a very competitive salary, ensuring they are compensated fairly for their efforts. Moreover, there is the opportunity for agile working throughout the working year, allowing individuals to both work in a remote and office setting as they please. Furthermore, the team is a close-knit group with strong relationships between staff throughout the firm, in spite of the major growth in recent year. This is due to the many social events that take place throughout the year, including summer/Christmas events which offer a break from the typical working routine  

Responsibilities:

• Offer tax coaching to other audit and junior members of the team
• Oversee WIP and increase bills when needed
• Make sure the team/individual budgets are achieved, including performance objectives
• Undertake technical research
• Go to client meetings and events
• Aid with HMRC enquiries
• Find new ways to maximize the client relationship and add value when possible
• Evaluate the tax computations for the audit department
• Oversee the compliance process
• Work in tandem with partners to conduct advisory assignments
• Manage a client portfolio and help identify opportunities for clients

Requirements:

• Qualified in either ACA, ACCA, CA, or CTA, with significant experience in the tax department
• Strong computer/IT Skills
• Evidence of mentoring more junior staff and offering training
• Good problem solving and decision making
• Ideally strong knowledge of Alphatax
• Able to think strategically regarding client relationships and needs
• Proactively identify potential opportunities
• Understanding of structuring matters including share exchanges