Tax Manager

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A highly regarded accountancy firm in Leeds is looking for a Tax Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of personal and trust tax clients, including those with complex or contentious affairs. This is an excellent opportunity for a personal tax specialist who enjoys client advisory work, team leadership, and technical tax compliance.

This role is ideal for a tax professional looking to step into a leadership position within a firm that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous career development. If you're looking for a role that offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to work closely with senior management, this could be the perfect next step.

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• Managing a portfolio of personal and trust tax clients, including high-net-worth individuals and clients with complex tax affairs
• Reviewing tax returns and compliance work prepared by junior team members to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Providing clients with a proactive, cost-effective taxation service that meets their needs and regulatory requirements
• Leading the training, coaching, and mentoring of less experienced staff to support their career development
• Researching and drafting tax advisory work on private client and employment tax matters
• Collaborating with colleagues across the firm to deliver excellent client service
• Working closely with senior management and partners to review team performance, improve efficiency, and enhance internal processes
• Identifying opportunities to streamline procedures and drive efficiencies within the tax team

Leeds is a major financial and business hub, offering exceptional career opportunities for tax professionals. With a strong and diverse economy, excellent transport links, and a vibrant professional community, Leeds provides the perfect environment for those looking to advance their careers while enjoying a fantastic quality of life.

This firm is known for its commitment to professional development, technical excellence, and a positive team culture. With structured career progression, continuous training, and a collaborative working environment, it provides a fantastic platform for ambitious tax professionals looking to take on more responsibility and expand their expertise.

• 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 work
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong client relationships
• Effective time management skills to handle multiple deadlines and projects
• Commercially minded, with a proactive approach to identifying tax planning opportunities
• Experience in supervising, managing, and developing junior staff
• Some exposure to tax advisory work (desirable but not essential)
• Knowledge of other tax areas is an advantage but not required

• £50,000 to £70,000 per annum
• Permanent, full-time role
• Hybrid / flexible 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.