Assistant Tax Manager - Respected Firm Advisory & Compliance WFH/Flexible Working

Reed; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected chartered accountancy firm in Peterborough is seeking an Assistant Private Client Tax Manager to manage a portfolio of clients and support senior leadership. The role focuses on preparing tax returns, providing strategic tax advice, and mentoring junior team members. Ideal candidates will be qualified ATT and/or CTA with strong tax knowledge and excellent client relationship skills. Competitive salary and flexible working options are available.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

Professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Assistant Tax Manager or strong Tax Senior ready to step up.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hands-on compliance expertise.

Responsibilities

• Prepare partnership, trust, and personal tax returns.
• Deliver tax services ensuring compliance and deadlines are met.
• Provide proactive tax planning advice to clients.
• Review complex tax returns and mentor junior colleagues.

Skills

Technical tax knowledge

Client relationship building

Mentoring

Attention to detail

Compliance expertise

Education

ATT and/or CTA qualification

Job description

Ready to progress your tax career? Passionate about personal tax and client relationships? This is your chance to join a respected Cambridgeshire firm offering varied, interesting work and real development opportunities!

About the Firm

Join a highly respected chartered accountancy practice with offices across Cambridgeshire. Renowned for delivering tailored, holistic services, this firm prides itself on building close, collaborative relationships with clients - becoming an integral part of their success.

The Opportunity

Reed Practice is delighted to partner with this prestigious firm to recruit an Assistant Private Client Tax Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage an interesting portfolio of clients, support senior leadership, and mentor junior team members within a dynamic and growing tax department.

The tax team specialises in offering varied and interesting work including EIS, IHT (including more complex cases), SIPP, capital gains, property and estate planning, cross-border planning, and more. Reporting to the Head of Tax, your responsibilities will include - but not limited to:

• Preparing partnership, trust, and personal tax returns
• Delivering a wide range of tax services, ensuring compliance and deadlines are met
• Building lasting client relationships and providing proactive tax planning advice
• Reviewing complex tax returns and mentoring junior colleagues
• Supporting departmental growth and performance management

Beyond compliance, you’ll provide strategic tax advice to your portfolio and assist partners and managers with wider client needs.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will:

• Be ATT and/or CTA qualified (or possess equivalent experience)
• Have proven experience as an Assistant Tax Manager or be a strong Tax Senior ready to step up
• Demonstrate excellent technical tax knowledge and hands‑on compliance expertise
• Be an exceptional communicator with a keen eye for detail
• Thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoying mentoring and client interaction

Why Join?

• Work with a respected firm offering a personal, client‑focused approach
• Enjoy varied and challenging tax work
• Benefit from career progression opportunities and professional development - work for a firm the truly values their employees
• Competitive salary and benefits package including flexible working, working from home.

Ready to take the next step? Contact Natalie Harden at Reed immediately to learn more. Or apply online today and become part of a team that values expertise, collaboration, and client success.