Corporate Tax Manager

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier accountancy practice in Manchester is seeking a Corporate Tax Manager to lead a team and manage a substantial portfolio of corporate tax clients. This role includes driving business development and strategic initiatives within the firm while offering opportunities for career progression to Senior Manager and beyond. The position supports hybrid working arrangements, providing the flexibility needed to balance professional commitments. A competitive salary package is provided alongside comprehensive benefits tailored to enhance your career growth and work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working arrangements

Performance-related bonus scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Enhanced pension scheme

Qualifications

• CTA qualified with strong technical credentials and up-to-date knowledge.
• Minimum 6-8 years experience in corporate tax within a UK accountancy practice.
• Proven management experience with track record in leading and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of tax professionals managing corporate tax client portfolios.
• Drive new client acquisition through proposals and market positioning.
• Identify and win cross-selling opportunities within existing client relationships.

Skills

Tax Experience

Accounting Software

GAAP

QuickBooks

Sage

Analysis Skills

Microsoft Excel

Financial Analysis

Education

CTA qualified

Tools

CCH Alphatax

Job description

Job Description

Corporate Tax Manager

Salary: Bonus

Location: Manchester City Centre

Lead Influence and Shape Your Tax Career

Are you an experienced Corporate Tax Manager or Assistant Manager ready to take full ownership of a client portfolio and lead a talented team? This is your opportunity to join a Top 40 accountancy practice where you'll manage high-quality corporate tax clients, drive business development and play a strategic role in practice growth with clear progression to Senior Manager.

Based in a modern Manchester city centre office you'll work on sophisticated corporate tax matters, lead complex advisory projects and develop your team whilst building strong client relationships. With hybrid working arrangements, comprehensive benefits and genuine progression opportunities this role offers the perfect platform to advance your career to senior leadership.

About Our Client

Our client is a prestigious Top 40 national accountancy practice serving over 100,000 clients across the UK and Ireland. Established in 2019 they've built a reputation for technical excellence, innovation and delivering tailored advice that makes a tangible difference to SMEs and businesses at every stage of their financial journey.

What sets them apart:

• National resources with local expertise – access to specialist teams and technical support across the UK
• Modern city centre location with excellent transport links (Metrolink rail and bus)
• Collaborative supportive culture that invests in professional development and leadership excellence
• Hybrid working arrangements offering flexibility (typically 2-3 days in office)
• Diverse client base across multiple sectors including manufacturing, property, healthcare, hospitality, retail and not‑for‑profit
• Strong focus on innovation with investment in technology and process excellence

The Role: Strategic Leadership & Client Excellence

As Corporate Tax Manager you’ll take full management responsibility for a substantial portfolio of corporate tax clients, lead a team of tax professionals and work directly with partners on complex tax planning and business development. You’ll be a key figure in the practice contributing to strategic direction and positioning yourself for senior leadership roles.

Your Key Responsibilities

Client Portfolio Leadership

• Full ownership of corporate tax client portfolios acting as trusted senior advisor and primary relationship manager
• Managing complex corporation tax compliance and advisory work for high-quality clients
• Leading sophisticated tax planning projects including group restructuring, mergers & acquisitions, tax advice, capital allowances optimisation, R&D tax credits and international tax structures
• Managing HMRC enquiries, disputes and negotiations with full technical authority
• Identifying and implementing proactive tax planning strategies to deliver value and strengthen client relationships
• Building strategic client relationships as a key practice representative and technical expert
• Ensuring exceptional client service and retention across your portfolio

Team Leadership & Development

• Managing and developing a team of assistant managers, seniors and junior staff (typically 4‑6 team members)
• Providing technical leadership, coaching and mentoring to build team capability
• Reviewing and approving complex work to ensure technical excellence and quality standards
• Managing team capacity, workflow and resource allocation effectively
• Contributing to recruitment, onboarding and retention of tax talent
• Creating a high‑performing team culture focused on excellence, development and collaboration
• Conducting performance reviews and development planning for team members

Business Development & Practice Growth

• Driving new client acquisition through networking, proposals, pitches and market positioning
• Identifying and winning cross‑selling opportunities within existing client relationships and across the practice
• Building your professional network and personal brand in the Manchester market
• Representing the practice at networking events, seminars, conferences and industry forums
• Contributing to practice marketing initiatives including thought leadership and content creation
• Developing fee proposals and pricing strategies for new opportunities

Technical Excellence & Practice Development

• Providing technical leadership on complex corporate tax matters across the practice
• Contributing to practice strategy and development including service innovation and market positioning
• Managing practice profitability including budgeting, forecasting, WIP management and fee realisation
• Staying at the forefront of tax legislation changes and advising clients proactively
• Contributing to technical training and knowledge sharing within the team and wider practice
• Supporting process improvement and innovation initiatives

Strategic Contribution

• Working directly with partners on strategic matters and practice development
• Contributing to practice leadership meetings and strategic planning
• Representing the practice externally as a technical expert and thought leader
• Building referral relationships with other professional advisers

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• CTA qualified with strong technical credentials and up‑to‑date knowledge
• Minimum 6‑8 years experience in corporate tax within a UK accountancy practice
• Proven management experience with a track record of successfully leading and developing teams
• Substantial experience managing corporate tax client portfolios independently with full responsibility
• Demonstrated business development success with ability to win new clients and grow relationships

Technical Skills & Expertise

• Strong technical expertise in complex corporate tax matters including group structures, M&A, tax capital allowances, R&D tax credits and international tax
• Experience with sophisticated tax planning for owner‑managed businesses and corporate groups
• Deep understanding of HMRC procedures, enquiries, disputes and negotiation strategies
• Proficiency with tax software (CCH Alphatax or similar platforms)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with ability to identify planning opportunities
• Excellent technical accuracy and attention to detail

Leadership & Commercial Skills

• Excellent leadership and people management skills with ability to motivate and develop teams
• Strong communication and presentation skills (written and verbal) for client interaction and business development
• Proven business development capability with track record of winning new clients
• Commercial acumen with understanding of practice economics, profitability and pricing
• Strategic thinking with ability to contribute to practice development and innovation
• Strong relationship‑building skills with clients, referrers and professional networks
• Proactive, solutions‑focused approach to client service and practice development

What's On Offer: A Comprehensive Rewards Package

Financial Rewards

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• Performance‑related bonus scheme
• Annual salary reviews with performance‑based progression
• Profit share opportunities for exceptional performance

Work‑Life Balance

• Hybrid working arrangements (typically 2‑3 days in office; flexibility to suit your needs and client commitments)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional holiday purchase scheme (buy up to 5 extra days)
• Modern city centre office with excellent transport links
• Flexible working options to support work‑life balance
• Birthday leave – an additional day off for your birthday

Career Development

• Clear progression pathway to Senior Manager and potential Director/Partner track
• Leadership development programmes and executive coaching
• Continued professional development with access to technical training, conferences and CPD events
• Professional subscriptions paid (CTA membership and relevant professional bodies)
• Mentoring from partners and directors to support your career progression
• Exposure to high‑quality work and strategic practice development
• Opportunity to specialise in areas of interest (M&A, international tax, R&D, etc.)

Health & Wellbeing

• Enhanced pension scheme with employer contributions (up to 8% employer contribution)
• Private medical insurance for you and your family (Bupa or equivalent)
• Life assurance
• Income protection scheme
• Employee assistance programme for wellbeing support (24/7 confidential support)
• Health cash plan for dental, optical and other healthcare costs

Additional Benefits

• Social events and team activities throughout the year
• Access to national resources and specialist technical teams across the UK
• Supportive collaborative culture that values your contribution and expertise
• Modern office facilities with breakout areas, meeting spaces on‑site, café and wellness rooms
• Professional networking opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme and electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Gym membership discounts and wellness initiatives
• Refer a friend bonus scheme

Location & Working Arrangements

Transport Links

• Walking distance from Manchester Piccadilly (5 minutes) and Victoria stations (10 minutes)
• Direct Metrolink access at St Peters Square (2 minutes walk)
• Excellent bus connections across Greater Manchester (Piccadilly Gardens 3 minutes)
• City centre parking available nearby (NCP and Q‑Park)
• Secure cycle storage and shower facilities available
• Close to major motorway networks (M60, M62, M56)

Working Pattern

Hybrid working with typically 2‑3 days per week in the office offering flexibility to balance client meetings, team collaboration and focused work time. Flexibility to work around client commitments and personal preferences.

Ready to Lead and Make Your Mark

If you’re an experienced Corporate Tax Manager ready to take full ownership of a client portfolio, lead a talented team and contribute to practice development with a Top 40 practice that offers genuine progression to senior leadership, we’d love to hear from you.

This is more than just a management role – it’s your opportunity to join a practice that will invest in your leadership development, support your career progression to Senior Manager and beyond and provide the platform to build a successful career at the highest levels of the profession.

Contact

Jake Harris
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Hawthorne‑Finch Talent Solutions
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All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Hawthorne‑Finch Talent Solutions is committed to ethical recruitment practices and will only submit your details to our client with your express written consent.

Required Experience: Manager

Key Skills: Tax Experience, Accounting Software, GAAP, QuickBooks, Accounting, Sage, Account Reconciliation, Analysis Skills, Research Experience, SOX, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1