Business Tax Manager

Your new company
You'll be joining a well‑established and forward‑thinking accountancy and advisory firm known for supporting entrepreneurial businesses, owner‑managed companies and growing groups across a wide range of sectors. The firm is committed to delivering high‑quality compliance and advisory services while fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive working environment.With a strong focus on professional development, the firm offers clear career progression, access to specialist expertise, and the flexibility needed to help you thrive. Their culture values curiosity, initiative and teamwork, and encourages people to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues alike.

Your new role
As a Business Tax Manager, you will play a key role within the Business and Corporate Tax team, managing a diverse portfolio of clients and delivering a blend of compliance work and advisory projects. You will support entrepreneurial and owner‑managed businesses throughout their lifecycle, advising on commercial decisions, tax planning opportunities and structural considerations.
Your responsibilities will include:

Managing a portfolio of business tax clients, overseeing the compliance cycle, building trusted relationships and identifying opportunities to add value
Delivering advisory work including succession planning, remuneration planning, capital allowances and lifecycle tax planning
Supporting clients with equity incentivisation schemes (e.g., EMI)
Advising on areas affecting business owners such as Business Asset Disposal Relief and Business Property Relief
Assisting with restructurings, international expansion and IP‑related planning
Leading and supporting business development activities, proposals and networking
Identifying tax planning, risk mitigation and cross‑service opportunities
Training, mentoring and developing junior colleagues within the team
Ensuring full compliance with technical, ethical and risk management standardsYou'll collaborate closely with colleagues across multiple offices and service lines, ensuring clients receive an efficient, proactive and high‑quality service.

What you'll need to succeed

ACA / ACCA / CTA (or equivalent), with at least one year of post‑qualified experience
Experience working with corporate and entrepreneurial clients at Assistant Manager or Manager level
Strong corporate tax technical knowledge
Good understanding of tax matters affecting OMBs and their shareholders
Working knowledge of UK accounting standards and financial informationWhat you'll get in return
You'll be joining a firm that places people at the centre of its culture and is committed to helping you grow professionally and personally. In return, you will benefit from:

A competitive salary and benefits package
Flexible working arrangements and support for work-life balance
A clearly defined career pathway with genuine progression opportunities
Access to technical specialists across multiple offices and service lines
Continuous learning and development tailored to your career goals
A collaborative, friendly and inclusive working environment
Opportunities to work on varied and interesting projects with ambitious clientsThe firm is committed to equal opportunities, valuing diversity and ensuring that every individual can thrive regardless of background. Progression is based solely on merit, performance and personal contribution.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this Business Tax Manager role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Yasmin Vart on (phone number removed) to discuss it in more detail.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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