M&A Tax Manager

Moore Kingston Smith; London; On-site; GBP 67,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in London is seeking an M&A Tax Manager to join their expanding team. The successful candidate will provide tailored tax advice on corporate transactions, manage workflows, and mentor junior staff. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work on high-quality projects.

Qualifications

• Preference for candidates with advisory and/or due diligence experience.
• Willingness to expand technical expertise across various tax areas.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily workflow on transactions, ensuring timely delivery of reports.
• Communicate effectively with all transaction stakeholders.
• Support and mentor junior team members.

Skills

UK transaction tax experience

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

CTA qualification

ACA/ACCA preferred

Job description

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Our M&A Tax Team, part of our wider Corporate & Business Tax Team, is seeking an M&A Tax Manager to join this dynamic and expanding department. The successful candidate will collaborate with partners and directors to provide tailored tax advice on a broad range of corporate transactions.

Department: Corporate Tax

Location: City, London

Compensation: £67,000 - £75,000 / year

Role Overview

Our M&A Tax Team advises on all transaction tax aspects, serving primarily owner-managed businesses, shareholders, and increasingly institutional clients. Deal sizes range from approximately £5m to over £100m, with many in the £15m to £50m range, covering both sell-side advisory and buy-side due diligence.

The team is currently led by experienced directors and partners, supported by specialists and junior staff. We are experiencing growth and have a steady flow of high-quality work and opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily workflow on transactions, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of technical advisory and due diligence reports.
• Communicate effectively with all transaction stakeholders, including clients and their professional advisors.
• Support and mentor junior team members through delegation and on-the-job training.

Skills and Qualifications

• UK transaction tax experience with deal sizes as specified. Preference for candidates with advisory and/or due diligence experience, ideally from practice.
• CTA qualification, with ACA/ACCA preferred. Degree not required.
• Willingness to expand technical expertise across various tax areas.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to build client trust.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Business Development and Sales
• Industries: Accounting