Corporate Tax Manager

Corporate Tax Manager

Watford (hybrid)

Very competitive Salary DOE

Interested in joining a friendly team and receiving great benefits, then look no further….

Mixed Tax Supervisor required to join a leading chartered Accountants & Tax Advisers firm with 19 Principals and a team of over 250 professionals, we have established ourselves as a key player in the region. We offer advisory services to both UK-based and international clients and are proud members of TGS, a global network of professional firms.

We are a forward-thinking and innovative firm, constantly evolving to introduce new ideas and services that benefit our clients. Our commitment to "friendly expertise" drives us to work diligently to ensure the success and prosperity of our clients.

We also place a high value on community support and environmental sustainability. Throughout the year, we engage in fundraising, volunteering, and various initiatives aimed at reducing our environmental impact.

Position Overview:

This Tax Manager role is based at our Watford office, reporting to a Tax Principal. You'll manage the compliance affairs of a diverse portfolio of corporate and personal clients. This role offers the chance to enhance your technical skills by assisting the Business Tax Team with complex tax issues such as incorporations, IT/CGT planning, R&D claims, reconstructions, demergers, share schemes, and EIS/SEIS. Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting tax work in line with the firm’s procedures.
• Preparing Corporate Tax Returns and handling inquiries.
• Addressing tax planning issues.
• Managing a client portfolio under the supervision of the Corporate Tax Principal.
• Keeping track of Corporation Tax Returns and ensuring timely filing.

Ideal Candidate Skills:

• CTA qualified (mandatory).
• Experience in a practice setting.
• Competence in handling a portfolio of owner-managed businesses (OMBs), managing compliance, and identifying tax planning opportunities. Knowledge of non-corporate taxes is a plus.
• Strong communication skills for client and colleague interactions.
• Proficient IT and technical skills.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage junior staff.

Benefits and Employment Details:

• Full-time position, Monday to Friday.
• Competitive salary based on experience.

The benefits package includes:

• Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme (Employer: 5%; Employee: 3%) subject to eligibility.
• Annual Christmas Bonus equivalent to one week’s salary.
• Private Medical Insurance after 3 months of service (taxable benefit).
• Death in Service cover (4x salary).
• Group Income Protection Scheme (non-contributory) after 3 months of service.
• 25 days of annual leave per year (pro-rata), with 3 days typically taken at Christmas/New Year.