Private Client Tax Senior Manager or Manager

Hays Taxation; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Accountancy firm in Ipswich is seeking an experienced Private Client Tax Manager to deliver excellent client service and mentor junior staff. This role offers opportunities for professional development, leadership, and a supportive work culture with flexible working arrangements and extensive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working

Death in service

Health care

Contributory pension

Private medical

Shopping discounts

Holiday purchase

Well-being support

Social events

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience managing a private client portfolio.
• Strong background in Personal Tax compliance.
• Knowledge of HMRC enquiries and residence issues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical expertise and outstanding client service.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to business development.
• Manage multiple deadlines and strategic growth initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

IT proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

CTA qualification

ICAEW

ACCA

STEP

Tools

CCH

Job description

An experienced Private Client Tax Manager or Senior Manager is required for a leading Accountancy firm in Ipswich.

About the Firm & Team

Our client boasts a diverse client portfolio, spanning high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, company directors, landowners, and family trusts and estates. With a strong reputation and impressive growth trajectory, they offer extensive opportunities for professional development.

The Role

This is a varied and rewarding position that provides structured career progression and opportunities for leadership. You'll use your technical expertise to deliver outstanding client service, while also mentoring junior staff and contributing to business development initiatives.

Key Requirements

• CTA qualification (or equivalent experience); ICAEW, ACCA, or STEP would be advantageous.
• Proven experience managing a portfolio of private clients
• Solid background in Personal Tax compliance, covering Capital Gains Tax, remuneration planning, IR35, Trusts/IHT, and property income
• Knowledge of residence issues, HMRC enquiries, and agricultural/landed estate matters would be beneficial.
• Strong IT proficiency, ideally with CCH experience
• Confident communicator with excellent leadership abilities
• Self-motivated with a keen eye for detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines, delegate effectively, and contribute to strategic growth

Career Progression

This firm has an outstanding track record of staff development and growth, offering in-depth training and a supportive work environment.

The successful candidate will benefit from:

• Extensive professional development & career advancement
• A forward-thinking, collaborative work culture
• Opportunity to shape the future of the Private Client Tax team
• Unlimited career progression

Salary and Benefits

• Flexible working
• Dress for your diary
• Death in service
• Cycle to work
• Free parking
• Health care
• Holiday purchase
• Contributory pension
• Private medical
• Shopping discounts
• Sick pay
• Well-being support
• Social events

If you're looking for a role that recognises your expertise and supports your long-term career ambitions, this is a fantastic opportunity.

Interested?
Please contact Cara Whyte at Hays or apply online.

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