Business Tax Manager

Menzies LLP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Competitive Benefits

Flexibility That Works for You

Perks That Go Beyond

Job summary

Menzies LLP is seeking a Business Tax Manager to lead and deliver mainly compliance work with some advisory services for owner-managed businesses and international groups from our Solent Office. You will manage client relationships and mentor the Business Tax Team to ensure high standards of service.

The role requires qualified tax professionals with strong corporate tax knowledge, UK accounting standards awareness, and a proactive approach to planning, structuring, and cross-selling across

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant and / or CIOT qualified tax adviser with at least one year’s post qualified experience in a tax related role.
• Corporate tax technical and practical knowledge.
• Knowledge of UK accounting standards and ability to interpret accounts and financial information.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of business tax clients to ensure compliance requirements met and build client relationships.
• Assisting with training and management of the business tax team.
• Advising on tax requirements for owner-managed businesses and larger groups, including succession and capital expenditure planning.
• Providing tax guidance on international groups and advising on IP structuring and employee incentives.

Skills

Corporate tax knowledge

Tax advisory

Client relationship management

Education

Qualified accountant and / or CIOT

Tools

MS Office

Alphatax

Databases

Job description

Business Tax Manager

Department: Tax

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Solent Office

Reporting To: Andrew England

Description

Menzies is an equal opportunities employer which means that we recruit, employ, train, pay, and promote regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

We are building a first-class team and, to do so, we know that we need a diverse mix of talented people doing their best work.

If you are ready to make an impact, lead with purpose, and work in a place where your voice truly matters, keep reading!

This is a key role within the Business and Corporate tax team and you will be responsible for delivering mainly compliance and some tax advisory services across a diverse mix of owner managed companies as well as some large and international groups operating across a variety of industries.

Why join Menzies?

At Menzies, our culture is our cornerstone. We blend technical excellence with genuine care for our people and clients. With a national presence and over 1000's colleagues in the UK, we have built a culture based on shared values and mutual respect.

Here is why you will love working with us

• People First: Our work-life balance is not just talk. From agile working to generous leave, we create space for what matters to you and this is why we were recognised as one of the Best Places to Work 2024, 2025 and again in 2026
• Work with Inspiring Clients: You’ll be working with a range of clients so no two days will be the same.
• Collaborate Across Menzies: engaging with colleagues, advisers andsenior leadership to deliver seamless client service and drive operational excellence.
• Innovate with Purpose: We’re always looking for better ways to work—leveraging tech, simplifying complexities, and delivering value.
• Empathy at Our Core: We don’t just serve our clients; we build trusted relationships that stand the test of time.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of business tax clients to ensure compliance requirements met, building relationship with the client, and identifying areas where Menzies can assist the client.
• Assisting with training and management of the business tax team.
• Advising and assisting larger OMBs and corporate entities in respect of their business and tax requirements for example succession planning, remuneration planning, timing of capital expenditure and capital allowances planning.
• Business tax focused but should have a working knowledge of other areas of tax that would affect entrepreneurs behind a business such as Business Asset Disposal Relief, Business Property Relief.
• Advising and supporting entrepreneurial businesses throughout their lifecycle including on protecting and leveraging IP and associated restructurings, determining the right business structure, incentivising staff, growing internationally, and building and protecting value for the shareholders.
• Advise on the tax elements of equity incentivisation, such as the EMI option scheme.
• Proactively involved in networking, proposals and growing the corporate tax portfolio.
• Identifying opportunities for tax planning, risk mitigation and cross-selling between service lines to ensure clients receive a proactive and effective service.
• Training and mentoring junior colleagues within the Business Tax Team.
• Ensuring the Firm’s technical, ethical, risk and compliance procedures are adhered to in all cases.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Qualified accountant and / or CIOT qualified tax adviser with at least one year’s post qualified experience in a tax related role.
• Corporate tax technical and practical knowledge
• Good knowledge of tax issues affecting OMB’s and their shareholders
• Knowledge of other business taxes and tax reporting processes is preferable but not essential.
• Knowledge of UK accounting standards and competent in interpreting accounts and other financial information
• Strong IT skills including MS Office and databases, alphatax ideal but not essential.
• Strong communication and organisation skills

Job Benefits

• Career Development: From learning opportunities to career coaching, we’ll help you achieve your goals.
• Competitive Benefits: Private medical cover, pension matching, and enhanced parental leave, to name a few.
• Flexibility That Works for You: Agile working is embedded in our culture.
• Perks That Go Beyond: From volunteering days to wellbeing initiatives, we care about your whole self.

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