Personal Tax Compliance Manager

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Sale; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Job summary

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd in the North West is seeking a Personal Tax Manager to lead a sizeable portfolio of around 350 personal tax clients, delivering both compliance and advisory services.

You will oversee Making Tax Digital delivery, build strong client relationships, and support junior staff in a collaborative, flexible, hybrid work environment across Manchester, Wilmslow or Nantwich.

Qualifications

• Previous experience managing personal tax compliance portfolios within an accountancy practice.
• Strong knowledge of self‑assessment and personal tax compliance matters.
• Experience of client relationship management.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• ATT, CTA or ACA/ACCA qualifications (or qualified by experience) would be advantageous.
• A proactive and client‑focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of personal tax clients, including self‑assessment compliance matters.
• Oversee and support the delivery of Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and build long-term relationships.
• Provide ad hoc tax support and guidance to clients on a range of personal tax matters.
• Review returns and ensure compliance deadlines are met.
• Identify opportunities to add value and assist clients with broader tax planning needs.
• Support junior team members and contribute to the continued growth of the tax department.

Skills

Personal tax portfolio management

Client relationship management

Communication skills

ATT/CTA/ACA/ACCA qualifications

Proactive client focus

Education

ATT/CTA/ACA/ACCA

Job description

Your new company An exciting opportunity has arisen with a highly regarded and growing independent professional services firm in the North West.

The firm has built an excellent reputation for delivering trusted advice to a loyal and diverse client base, combining technical expertise with a genuinely personal approach.

With continued growth and investment across the business, they are looking to appoint a Personal Tax Manager.

The firm prides itself on a collaborative culture, strong client relationships, flexible working practices, and a commitment to employee development.

Your new role

As a Personal Tax Manager, you will take responsibility for managing a substantial portfolio of approximately 350 personal tax clients, ensuring a high-quality service is delivered across all compliance and advisory requirements.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a portfolio of personal tax clients, including self‑assessment compliance matters
• Overseeing and supporting the delivery of Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements
• Acting as the primary point of contact for clients and building long-term relationships
• Providing ad hoc tax support and guidance to clients on a range of personal tax matters
• Reviewing returns and ensuring compliance deadlines are met
• Identifying opportunities to add value and assist clients with broader tax planning needs
• Supporting junior team members and contributing to the continued growth of the tax department

The role can be based at any of there north west offices with applications welcomed from candidates seeking to work from Manchester, Wilmslow or Nantwich.

Applications from experienced Personal Tax Seniors looking to step into a management role will also be considered.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience managing personal tax compliance portfolios within an accountancy practice
• Strong knowledge of self‑assessment and personal tax compliance matters
• Experience of client relationship management
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• ATT, CTA or ACA/ACCA qualifications (or qualified by experience) would be advantageous
• A proactive and client‑focused approach

What you get in return

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Clear opportunities for career progression and development
• Exposure to a varied and interesting client portfolio
• A genuine focus on work‑life balance and employee wellbeing