Employment Taxes Manager

Grant Thornton; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton is seeking an experienced Manager in Employment Tax to join our expanding team. The role involves advising clients on employment tax issues, managing compliance, and contributing to innovative projects. We offer flexible working options and a culture that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in Employment Tax.
• Excellent communication skills and project leadership ability.
• Knowledge of UK tax legislation and Employment Tax themes.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on PAYE, NIC, expenses, and employment status including IR35.
• Manage Employment Tax compliance and mitigate risks related to reporting.
• Assist with Employment Tax reviews and contribute to various projects.

Skills

Communication

Project Leadership

Problem-solving

Team Collaboration

Education

ACA/ACCA/CTA qualification or equivalent

Tools

Efficiency Tools

Job description

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Every day, our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals.

Employment Tax is an important building block for any business. We support businesses and employees with a practical and pragmatic perspective—making their approach to expenses more efficient, training them on how to embed new rules such as IR35, proposing pragmatic solutions when compliance falls short, answering queries about rewards and tax benefits, and introducing or updating salary sacrifice employee benefit schemes.

Looking for an experienced Manager to join our successful and expanding national Employment Tax team with opportunities for growth. We offer full-time or flexible and hybrid working options.

A look into the role

As an experienced Manager within our Employment Tax team, you will:

1. Advise our diverse client base on employment tax issues, including PAYE, NIC, expenses, benefits, and employment status (including IR35).
2. Help employers achieve cost savings through effective pay and benefits structures.
3. Manage Employment Tax compliance and mitigate risks related to year-end reporting, NMW, and holiday pay.
4. Assist with Employment Tax reviews, including due diligence, healthchecks, SAO, or standalone projects.
5. Contribute to the Employment Tax and Employer Solutions groups, working on various interesting projects.
6. Enhance the reputation of the Employment Tax team and Grant Thornton through quality work.

Knowing you’re right for us

Joining us as a Manager in Employment Tax/Employer Solutions, the minimum criteria you’ll need:

• ACA/ACCA/CTA qualification or equivalent
• Excellent communication skills and project leadership ability
• At least 3 years’ experience in Employment Tax

Preferred skills include:

• Knowledge of UK tax legislation and Employment Tax themes (PAYE, NIC, IR35), and awareness of Budget and HMRC updates
• Problem-solving skills based on sound judgment and research
• Resilience, responsibility, enthusiasm for business development, and team collaboration
• Comfort with technology and efficiency tools
• Ability to analyze problems and communicate clearly

Knowing we’re right for you

We value diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where everyone can perform at their best and realize their potential. Our open culture encourages interaction with leaders and values your unique contributions. We support bringing your whole self to work and pursuing passions outside of work.

Beyond the job

We believe life extends beyond work. We offer flexible working options to help balance your professional and personal life. Your impact can extend beyond your role through secondments, charity work, and supporting entrepreneurs globally. Our values—Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect, and Responsibility—guide us in doing what’s right.

We seek individuals eager to contribute, innovate, and exceed expectations. Join us to do what’s right—for the firm, clients, colleagues, and yourself.