Tax Manager - North London

In this tax role, you will be involved in both compliance and advisory work, handling complex tax issues and planning across a broad range of areas including corporate, personal, and inheritance tax.

Client Details

• Collaborative & Supportive Culture: You'll be part of a close-knit, dynamic team where your ideas and contributions are valued. We foster an environment of mutual respect and teamwork, where collaboration is key to our success.

• Career Growth & Development: We are committed to your professional development. From ongoing training and CPD support to mentorship from senior leaders, we ensure you have the resources and opportunities to advance your career.

• Diverse & High-Profile Clients: Work on a variety of exciting, complex projects with clients ranging from small businesses to high-net-worth individuals and international corporations. Our diverse portfolio provides both challenging and rewarding work.

• Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of balance and offer flexible working options to help you manage both your professional and personal life effectively.

• Innovative & Cutting-Edge: Embrace the latest technology and tools in the industry to streamline your work and provide the best possible service to clients. We are always looking for ways to improve and innovate in how we operate.

Join a firm that values its people and their development. Whether you're looking to advance in tax advisory, take on more responsibility, or achieve a better work-life balance, we offer an environment where you can thrive and grow.

If you're passionate about tax and want to contribute to a firm that puts its people first, we'd love to hear from you.

Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Development:

  • Assist the Partner in overseeing the department's operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Supervise and mentor a team of tax professionals, providing guidance and training to ensure their continuous development.
  • Review and manage tax compliance work, ensuring submissions to HMRC are accurate and timely.
  • Plan and schedule tax work, effectively managing the team's workloads.

• Client & Tax Planning Advisory:

  • Provide tailored advice on complex tax matters, including Capital Gains Tax, Trusts, and Inheritance Tax.
  • Work closely with partners to ensure clients receive high-quality, strategic tax advice that meets their needs.
  • Build and maintain strong client and intermediary relationships, managing deliverables, deadlines, and day-to-day client queries.

• Business Development & Marketing:

  • Assist partners with business development initiatives, supporting the growth of the tax function within the firm.
  • Contribute to the marketing and promotion of tax services, identifying opportunities to enhance client relationships and expand the practice.

• Compliance & Standards:

  • Ensure the department meets the requirements of ICAEW Practice Assurance Standards.
  • Work with the Training Partner to maintain up-to-date technical and soft skills training, including CPD requirements.

• Operational Efficiency:

  • Work closely with partners to ensure appropriate fee recovery on tax assignments.
  • Assist in the recruitment and appraisal process for new and existing team members.

Profile

Technical Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a dedicated tax department, with a strong background in both compliance and advisory work.
• Qualifications: Ideally CTA qualified, although those with significant experience in tax management without CTA qualifications will be considered.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficient in CorTAX, CCH Personal Tax, and Central.
  • Competent user of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Personal Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage client relationships and work effectively with colleagues.
• Leadership Ability: Proven track record of supervising and developing teams, with a keen interest in mentoring and coaching junior staff.

Job Offer

Why Apply?

• Career Growth: Clear opportunities for progression and development within a growing and supportive environment.
• Diverse Work: Handle a wide range of tax matters, from compliance to complex tax planning and advisory.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working options available to ensure a healthy work-life balance.

If you're looking for an opportunity to take on a leadership role in a dynamic tax department and grow your career, we would love to hear from you!