Tax Assistant Manager

Looking for the next step in your tax career?

If you enjoy managing client portfolios, mentoring junior staff, and delivering high-quality tax services, this could be the role for you. A well-established accountancy firm in Leeds is looking for a Tax Assistant Manager to oversee a range of personal and trust tax clients, including those with complex tax affairs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a tax professional who thrives in a client-facing role, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to work in a firm that values professional development and collaboration.

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• Managing a portfolio of personal and trust tax clients, including high-net-worth individuals and more complex cases
• Reviewing tax returns and compliance work prepared by junior staff to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Delivering proactive, cost-effective tax advice that aligns with client needs and regulatory requirements
• Providing training, mentorship, and technical guidance to junior team members
• Researching and preparing tax advisory reports on private client and employment tax matters
• Collaborating with senior management and partners to drive process improvements and efficiency
• Working alongside other teams to ensure seamless client service
• Identifying opportunities for tax planning and additional advisory work

Leeds is a vibrant financial and business hub, offering fantastic career opportunities and an excellent quality of life. With a strong professional network, great transport links, and a thriving economy, it’s an ideal place for ambitious professionals looking to take their careers to the next level.

This firm is known for its commitment to developing its people, providing clear career progression pathways, and fostering a supportive team culture. With structured training, regular professional development opportunities, and a strong focus on collaboration, it’s the perfect place for tax professionals to grow and succeed.

• CTA qualified or qualified by experience
• At least four years’ post-qualification experience in personal tax
• Strong technical knowledge in personal and trust tax compliance and advisory services
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with a client-first approach
• Strong time management skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Commercially minded with an ability to identify and capitalise on tax planning opportunities
• Experience supervising, mentoring, and leading junior team members
• Exposure to tax advisory work (desirable but not essential)
• Some experience with other tax areas is beneficial but not required

• £45,000 to £50,000 per annum
• Permanent, full-time role
• Flexible / hybrid working
• Generous annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Ongoing progression
• Modern office
• Plus more

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment,Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new accountancy jobs in Leeds and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.