Personal Tax Senior Manager

Clark Wood; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Personal Tax Manager or Senior Manager to join their private client tax team. This compliance-focused role allows you to manage a varied portfolio of personal tax clients, lead the preparation of Self Assessment tax returns, and mentor junior staff. You'll enjoy a hybrid working model with competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. The ideal candidate will be CTA/ACA/ACCA qualified or qualified by experience, with strong personal tax compliance expertise.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Free on-site parking

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Qualified CTA/ACA/ACCA or experience in personal tax compliance.
• Strong background in an accountancy practice environment.
• Excellent communication skills and client management.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of personal tax clients.
• Lead preparation of Self Assessment tax returns.
• Ensure compliance deadlines are met with high standards.
• Act as primary contact for clients with clear communication.
• Mentor junior staff and review their work.
• Identify potential advisory opportunities.

Skills

Personal tax compliance

Client relationship management

Mentoring and training

Technical tax knowledge

Education

CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified

Job description

Personal Tax Manager / Senior Manager – Cardiff (Hybrid)

• Location: Cardiff Gate Business Park
• Sector: Tax, Personal Tax, Private Client Tax
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Salary: £65,000 – £80,000 per annum
• Working Pattern: Hybrid (typically 2–3 days in the office)
• Parking: Free on-site parking available

Contact

Will Langdon – Clark Wood

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Phone: [phone]

Overview

Clark Wood are working with a leading accountancy practice in Cardiff who are seeking an experienced Personal Tax Manager or Senior Manager to join their growing private client tax team. This is a compliance-focused position, offering the chance to manage a high-quality portfolio whilst enjoying a balanced hybrid working arrangement in modern offices at Cardiff Gate.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of personal tax clients, including high-net-worth individuals, company directors, landlords, and sole traders
• Lead and review the preparation of Self Assessment tax returns and associated compliance work
• Ensure compliance deadlines are met and that all work is completed to a high technical standard
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, delivering clear and proactive communication
• Review work prepared by junior staff and provide mentoring, training, and technical support
• Identify potential advisory opportunities and liaise with senior leadership where appropriate
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of UK tax legislation and HMRC requirements
• Contribute to internal process improvements and the development of best practice within the tax team

About You

• CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience)
• Strong background in personal tax compliance within an accountancy practice environment
• Confident reviewing returns and managing a busy and varied client portfolio
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Comfortable supporting and developing junior team members
• Proactive, well‑organised, and able to work effectively within a hybrid structure

Benefits

• Hybrid working model (typically 2–3 days a week in the office)
• Free on-site parking at Cardiff Gate
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive, collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for progression, including routes into senior leadership