Personal Tax Manager

Clark Wood - Tax Recruitment; Alton; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established independent accountancy firm in Alton is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join their Private Client Tax team. This role offers flexibility for part-time or full-time working, with responsibilities including managing compliance for approx. 1,000 clients and handling various advisory projects. The ideal candidate will be CTA qualified, possess strong client relationship skills, and have the ability to manage a complex client portfolio within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Hybrid/flexible working arrangements

Supportive team and collaborative culture

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience in personal tax within practice.
• Confident managing a complex client portfolio.
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal tax compliance for a diverse client base.
• Handle advisory work for HNWIs, trusts, and estates.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of tax returns.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Personal Tax Compliance

Tax Planning

Education

CTA qualified or qualified by experience

Job description

Tax Manager – Alton
Clark Wood are working with a well-established independent accountancy firm in Alton who are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Tax Manager to join their growing Private Client Tax team.

This is a key hire offering part-time or full-time flexibility.

The role will involve managing a varied portfolio of private clients, including high-net-worth individuals, trusts, estates, and directors of owner-managed businesses. Working closely with the Partners, you’ll also support a range of tax planning and advisory projects.

You’ll lead compliance for approx. 1,000 clients (with the support of the wider team), maintain strong client relationships, and help identify tax planning opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:
• Manage personal tax compliance for a diverse client base
• Handle advisory work for HNWIs, trusts, and estates
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of tax returns
• Build strong client relationships and provide high-quality advice
• Work closely with partners on planning and project work
• Keep up to date with legislation and share insights with the wider team

About You:
• CTA qualified (or qualified by experience)
• Strong experience in personal tax within practice
• Confident managing a complex client portfolio
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage deadlines

What’s on Offer:
• Competitive salary (DOE - £55,000 to £65,000)
• Part-time or full-time working options
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
• Supportive team and collaborative culture
• Clear progression opportunities within a respected firm

If you're an experienced Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager looking for flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to join a friendly independent firm, we want to hear from you.

Apply below or contact Will Langdon at Clark Wood – 07920557121 / [e-mail]

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