Corporate Tax Manager

Abbeygate Search Ltd; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Christmas bonus

Hybrid working

Job summary

Abbeygate Search Ltd. is partnering with a forward-thinking independent accountancy practice to recruit a Corporate Tax Manager.

This role offers a hybrid and flexible working arrangement and welcomes candidates relocating from across the UK, reflecting the firm’s open approach to talent and adaptable working patterns. You will oversee a portfolio of owner-managed businesses, blend hands-on compliance with advisory work, and collaborate with experienced tax specialists.

Qualifications

• CTA qualified with UK corporate tax experience gained within an accountancy practice.
• Experience managing or supporting a portfolio of owner-managed businesses.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of corporate tax clients, overseeing compliance and deadlines.
• Prepare and review corporation tax returns and computations.
• Build relationships with business owners and provide practical tax advice.
• Identify tax planning opportunities and support clients’ wider business needs.
• Collaborate on advisory projects (incorporations, restructurings, demergers, share schemes, EIS/SEIS).
• Mentor junior colleagues within a friendly, collaborative team.

Education

CTA qualification

Job description

Corporate Tax Manager | Competitive salary + Bonus | Hybrid & Flexible Working

Watford, Hertfordshire | Open to candidates relocating from across the UK

Salary: competitive salary, with potential flexibility for an exceptional candidate.

Right to work: Applicants must already have full, unrestricted right to work in the UK. This position does not offer visa sponsorship, either now or in the future.

A fresh opportunity, whether you're local or considering a move.

If you're an experienced Corporate Tax professional who's open to a change of scenery, a better work-life balance or simply a more enjoyable working environment, this could be worth exploring.

I'm working with a highly regarded, independent accountancy practice that's looking to appoint a Corporate Tax Manager to its established tax team.

It's a successful, well-respected firm with a strong reputation, a varied client base and a refreshingly down-to-earth approach. They offer the technical variety and quality of work you'd expect from a sizeable practice, without necessarily the same pressures or rigid structure associated with some larger firms.

Importantly, they're open to candidates from further afield. Whether you're already within commuting distance of Watford, considering relocating to Hertfordshire or the surrounding areas, or looking for a role that offers greater flexibility around your working arrangements, I'd be keen to hear from you.

There's genuine flexibility here, and the firm is happy to have sensible conversations about what a workable arrangement might look like for the right person.

What would you be doing?

You'll take responsibility for an established portfolio of predominantly owner-managed businesses, combining hands-on corporate tax compliance with exposure to more interesting and technically challenging advisory work.

• Managing a varied portfolio of corporate tax clients, overseeing compliance requirements and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Preparing and reviewing corporation tax returns and computations.
• Developing strong relationships with business owners, providing practical and commercially sensible tax advice.
• Identifying tax planning opportunities and supporting clients with their wider business needs.
• Working alongside experienced tax specialists on advisory projects, including incorporations, business reconstructions, demergers, share schemes and EIS/SEIS.
• Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues within a friendly, collaborative team.

You don't need to be an expert in every area of corporate tax advisory. If you've built a solid foundation in compliance and would welcome the opportunity to broaden your technical experience, there's plenty of scope to do so.

Who are we looking for?

You'll need to be CTA qualified, with relevant UK corporate tax experience gained within an accountancy practice.

You might already be a Corporate Tax Manager, or perhaps an experienced Assistant Manager who's ready for greater responsibility and a fresh challenge.

Ideally, you'll bring:

• A strong understanding of UK corporation tax compliance.
• Experience managing or supporting a portfolio of owner-managed businesses.
• The confidence to build relationships and communicate directly with clients.
• An interest in developing your advisory experience.
• A collaborative, approachable attitude and willingness to support colleagues.

Above all, the firm values good people who take pride in their work, enjoy working with clients and want to be part of a supportive team.

Why consider this opportunity?

• Competitive salary, with potential flexibility for an exceptional candidate.
• Hybrid and flexible working, with arrangements open to discussion.
• Open to candidates relocating from elsewhere in the UK, as well as those within commuting distance.
• Annual Christmas bonus equivalent to one week's salary.
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance.
• 5% employer pension contribution.
• Life assurance at four times salary.
• Group income protection.
• An established, approachable team with experienced tax professionals to learn from.
• A varied client portfolio and genuine opportunities to develop your advisory skills.

Thinking about relocating?

Watford offers a convenient base on the outskirts of London, with excellent transport connections, access to Hertfordshire's towns and countryside, and plenty of options for those looking to live outside central London.

You don't necessarily need to have made a decision about relocating before getting in touch. If the opportunity sounds interesting, I'm happy to discuss the role, location and working arrangements confidentially so you can decide whether it could work for you.

I don't anticipate any undue pressure; exploring possibilities is always worthwhile. However you decide, I hope you consider this firm.

Please note: This vacancy is only open to candidates who already have full, unrestricted right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available