Tax & Accounts Manager

Autograph Specialist Recruitment; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client in West Somerset is seeking an experienced Tax & Accounts Manager to join the team and work closely with senior leadership. The role oversees tax and accounts work, providing technical oversight and supporting team development.

The successful candidate will be ACA or ACCA qualified with proven experience in UK accountancy practice, driving client relationships and business development while maintaining high service standards.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification required with proven UK accountancy practice experience.
• Strong mix of technical ability and leadership with client-focused mindset.
• Experience in supervising and developing a team, with commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of tax and accounts work across a varied client portfolio.
• Provide technical review and support across compliance and advisory work.
• Manage and develop team members, supporting performance and progression.
• Drive team development and process improvement with senior leadership.
• Manage client relationships and ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Support networking and business development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to the long-term growth and direction of the practice.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Technical oversight

Business development

Client relationship management

Commercial awareness

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

Tax & Accounts Manager- West Somerset

Our client is looking to appoint an experienced Tax & Accounts Manager to join their team and work closely with senior leadership.

This is a key leadership role overseeing both tax and accounts work, providing technical oversight, and supporting the continued development of the team. The role requires a strong mix of technical ability, people management, and commercial awareness. You will also play an active part in client relationship management and wider business development activity.

The successful individual will be proactive, driven and confident in managing both work and people, with the ability to operate independently while contributing to the wider vision of the practice.

Candidates must be ACA or ACCA qualified, with proven experience working within UK accountancy practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of both tax and accounts work across a varied client portfolio
• Provide technical review and support across compliance and advisory work
• Manage and develop team members, supporting performance and progression
• Work closely with senior leadership to drive team development and process improvement
• Take responsibility for client relationships and ensure a high standard of service delivery
• Support networking and business development initiatives
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements
• Contribute to the long-term growth and direction of the practice