Corporate Tax Manager

Kreston Reeves LLP; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Private Medical Insurance

25.5 days leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid working model

Continuous development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion policies

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in the UK is seeking a Corporate Tax Manager to oversee compliance services and client relationships. This role involves advising on UK and international tax issues, helping clients in tax-efficient structuring. The ideal candidate is CTA qualified, has strong Corporate Tax knowledge, and has experience managing diverse client portfolios. You'll enjoy a hybrid working model with flexible hours and opportunities for personal development.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of UK corporation tax and its interaction with international tax matters.
• Demonstrable experience in Corporate Tax is required.
• Ability to take ownership and a proactive attitude are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting clients in structuring their affairs tax efficiently.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Overseeing Corporate Tax compliance services for clients.
• Reviewing complex corporation tax returns and computations.
• Training and mentoring junior staff.

Skills

UK corporation tax knowledge

International tax issues understanding

Client relationship management

Advisory work experience

Education

CTA qualified or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Are you looking to take on a pivotal role in our Corporate Tax department? As the Corporate Tax Manager, you will report directly to our Senior Management team and Corporate Tax Partner, ensuring the department runs smoothly and efficiently. You are welcome to join any of our office locations. You'll enjoy a hybrid working model with three days in the office and two days from home, plus occasional travel to our offices in Sussex, Kent, and London.

The Kreston Reeves Corporate Tax team is made up of 25 team members who work across our offices and form part of the wider tax service line of nearly 100 staff. You will be working for clients across the firm which allows for you to work on a variety of projects. The work is fast paced, and deadline driven, therefore, you will need good organisation and priority management skills.

You will be serving a diverse range of corporate clients, from entrepreneurial growth companies and larger corporations to multinational groups, FCA-regulated companies, and AIM-listed PLCs. This is your chance to work with a variety of industries and make a real impact.

We\'re looking for someone with extensive knowledge of UK corporation tax and its interaction with international tax matters. Your broad knowledge of other business taxes will help our clients stay fully compliant while uncovering valuable tax planning opportunities.

You will be actively involved in tax advisory assignments. Over the past six months, this has included detailed analysis of reorganisations, demergers, loan relationships, EIS schemes, R&D tax credits, employee share schemes, due diligence on acquisitions, and advising on business sales. We estimate that 50% of your time will be on advisory work and 50% on CT compliance.

About the role

• Assisting UK and international clients in structuring their affairs tax efficiently.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, becoming their trusted business advisor.
• Collaborating closely with Kreston colleagues worldwide.
• Oversee our Corporate Tax compliance services for a diverse portfolio of corporate clients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness, and leveraging your experience with clients of various sizes and complexities across multiple industry sectors.
• Review complex corporation tax returns and computations, ensuring compliance with the latest regulations.
• Providing training and mentorship to the wider Corporate Tax team.
• Main point of contact for several of our premium clients within the firm.

What we\'re looking for

• CTA qualified or qualified by experience.
• Demonstrable experience in Corporate Tax is required.
• A strong ability to take ownership of your work and a proactive, can-do attitude are essential for this role.
• Exposure to international tax issues such as double taxation relief, double taxation treaties, transfer pricing, thin capitalisation, and CFCs is advantageous. Support and mentoring will be provided.
• Experience in training and mentoring junior staff is beneficial
• This role requires occasional travel to client offices, so candidates must be willing to travel when required.

What we can offer

• Financial wellbeing – competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan, Income Protection Scheme and Perks at Work discounts and rewards.
• Leave – 25.5 days plus bank holidays, holiday buying, Mental wellbeing – hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 from home) and flexible working policies, Employee Assistance Programme and counselling
• Physical wellbeing – Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and an annual flu jab.
• Recognition – monthly nominations for financial awards based on culture and values
• Development – we offer continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business, as well as access to internal and external training courses
• Diversity, inclusion and belonging – we operate several family-friendly policies and take proactive steps to create an inclusive environment
• ESG – give as you earn, 1 extra day off each year to take up volunteering opportunities. Opportunities to support our commitment to charitable causes
• Travel – other optional benefits include: cycle to work scheme, interest-free season ticket loan (London only), interest-free car/motorbike loan

Inclusion and accessibility

At Kreston Reeves, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. We understand that everyone has unique needs, and we strive to accommodate them through reasonable adjustments. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in our recruitment process or thrive in your role, please don\'t hesitate to reach out by emailing [e-mail]. Please remember, you only need to share what you are comfortable to for us to support your request. Your success is important to us, and we\'re here to ensure a supportive and inclusive experience for all.

About Kreston Reeves

With 200 years of history, we are an award-winning professional services firm with offices in London, Kent and Sussex. We provide a full range of accountancy, business advisory and wealth services, tailored to our clients’ needs.

We guide our clients, colleagues and communities to a brighter future. We help businesses, not-for-profit organisations, individuals and families with more than just accountancy, business and wealth advice.

Our dedication to providing a personal service is what sets us apart – we get to know you, understand your goals, support and advise you on your journey to help you realise your ambitions.

We’re proud to be B Corp™ certified, demonstrating our commitment to our environmental, social and governance programme which is central to our purpose and vision. We actively encourage all our colleagues to give back to their local communities when ever they can.

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.