Assistant Manager / Tax Manager

VanRath; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Northern Ireland is seeking a qualified tax professional to manage a portfolio of personal and corporate tax clients. The role involves tax compliance, mentorship, and advisory work across various sectors. Candidates should have relevant qualifications (ATT, CTA, ACCA, or ACA) or significant experience in a tax role. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, including flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary & benefits package

Private medical insurance

Paid annual professional subscriptions

Funded social events

Career development & mentoring schemes

Qualifications

• Strong background in UK tax compliance.
• Ability to review and guide junior team members.
• Comfortable working to tight deadlines and liaising directly with clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of personal and corporate tax clients.
• Review tax returns and ensure timely submissions to HMRC.
• Advise on income tax, CGT, IHT planning, corporation tax, and residence/domicile issues.

Skills

UK tax compliance

Client communication

Mentoring

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant qualification (ATT, CTA, ACCA, ACA)

5+ years' experience in a similar tax role

Job description

VANRATH is proud to offer a great opportunity for a qualified tax professional ready to step up or take on a new challenge in a well-established and progressive accountancy firm. This role offers a blend of personal and corporate tax compliance with exposure to advisory work across a wide range of clients in the private, public, and voluntary sectors.

You'll manage your own portfolio, contribute to advisory projects, and play a key role in supporting junior staff.

What You'll Do

• Manage a varied portfolio of personal and corporate tax clients
• Review tax returns and ensure timely HMRC submissions
• Advise on income tax, CGT, IHT planning, corporation tax, and residence/domicile issues
• Identify tax planning opportunities and support the delivery of bespoke advice
• Mentor junior team members and review their work

What You'll Need

• Relevant qualification (ATT, CTA, ACCA, or ACA) or 5+ years' experience in a similar tax role
• Strong background in UK tax compliance
• Ability to review and guide more junior team members
• Comfortable working to tight deadlines and liaising directly with clients
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

What You'll Get in Return

• Competitive salary & benefits package
• Private medical insurance
• Paid annual professional subscriptions
• Flexible/hybrid working model
• Funded social events & strong internal support networks
• Career development & mentoring schemes
• Minimal travel outside NI
• Opportunity for secondments via a global network

What's the Next Step?

If you think this role may be of interest to you, or if you wish to discuss other senior accountancy jobs in Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Emma Jayne Bowen at VANRATH or on LinkedIn in strict confidence.

Why VANRATH Will Help You Secure Your Next Role:

Established in 2000, VANRATH has become a market leader in Northern Ireland. Our success is a result of our dedication to confidentiality, professionalism, and the expertise of our Senior Consultants. VANRATH has a proven track record of pairing top local talent with leading local businesses.