Tax Manager

Tax Manager | Witney
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tax professional to step into a broad and varied Tax Manager role within a well-established and highly regarded practice.

Reporting directly to the Tax Partner, you will take ownership of a portfolio of clients, deliver high-quality advisory and compliance support, and play a key role in maintaining strong client relationships.
The work is predominantly focused on personal tax, but the role also offers exposure to more complex corporate tax matters including R&D claims, Patent Box, taxation of mutuals and company tax enquiries.

It is well suited to someone who enjoys both the technical side of tax and the relationship-led nature of practice.

The Role
As Tax Manager, you will be responsible for managing a client portfolio, overseeing the delivery of personal tax compliance work, and supporting on a range of advisory and project-based assignments.

You will act as a key point of contact for clients, provide trusted guidance, and work closely with the Tax Partner on more complex matters.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a portfolio of clients and delivering a high-quality tax service
• Reviewing and overseeing self-assessment tax returns for individuals, partnerships, trusts and estates
• Calculating and reconciling tax liabilities accurately and efficiently
• Supporting the Tax Partner with tax enquiry work for both private and business clients
• Undertaking project work across income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, VAT and stamp taxes
• Managing and assisting with tax disclosures and tax enquiries
• Overseeing the preparation and review of P11Ds, annual employment related securities returns and ATED returns
• Researching tax planning issues and transactional tax matters
• Preparing clear written correspondence, reports and client communications
• Ensuring compliance with the firm’s policies, procedures and professional standards
• Participating in regular tax department meetings and contributing to the wider success of the team
• Building, maintaining and developing strong long-term client relationships

• ATT or CTA qualification
• A strong background in personal tax compliance gained within a UK accountancy practice
• Experience managing client relationships and handling a varied portfolio
• Good technical knowledge across personal tax, with exposure to wider tax matters
• Strong IT skills and familiarity with tax software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A motivated, professional and proactive approach
• The ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a team environment