Employment Taxes Assistant Manager / Manager

Grant Thornton (UK); Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive culture

Support for personal development

Job summary

Grant Thornton (UK) is seeking an experienced Employment Tax Assistant Manager or Manager to join their national team. The position offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements and is based in Reading, Greater London, or Milton Keynes.

The ideal candidate will have ACA/ACCA/CTA qualifications, at least 3 years of experience in Employment Tax, and current knowledge of UK tax legislation. Responsibilities include advising clients on tax issues and managing compliance and risks.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in Employment Tax.
• Current knowledge of UK tax legislation and Employment Tax themes.
• Strong judgement and comfort using technology to drive efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on employment tax issues including PAYE and NIC.
• Manage Employment Tax compliance and mitigate risks.
• Lead projects within the Employment Tax team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Proactive attitude

Education

ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified or equivalent tax qualification

Job description

Employment Tax Assistant Manager / Manager

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Manager or Manager to join our expanding national Employment Tax team with opportunities for growth. The role is based in Greater London, Milton Keynes or Reading and offers full‑time or flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Advise our diverse client base on a range of employment tax issues including PAYE, NIC, benefits, expenses and establishing employment status (including IR35).
• Help employers gain cost savings through the implementation of effective pay and benefit reward structures.
• Manage Employment Tax compliance and mitigate internal and external risks, including year‑end reporting and risks such as NMW and holiday pay.
• Assist with Employment Tax reviews as part of due diligence, health checks, SAOs or standalone assessments.
• Play an integral role in the Employment Tax and wider Employer Solutions group, working on rewarding projects across multiple clients.
• Build the reputation of the Employment Tax team and Grant Thornton through quality delivery.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified or equivalent tax qualification.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to lead projects.
• At least 3 years’ experience in Employment Tax.
• Current knowledge of UK tax legislation and Employment Tax themes such as PAYE, NIC, IR35.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with sound judgement.
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and able to develop both personally and in a team environment.
• Comfortable using technology to drive efficiency.

Benefits

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are available. Inclusive culture and support for personal development are core to our approach.