Tax Senior

AMS Group; Droylsden; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 Days Holiday

Additional day off for birthday

Enhanced Parental Pay

Health cash plan

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Company Sick Pay

Company pension scheme

Paid membership/subscription

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A leading UK accountancy firm based just outside Manchester is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage a portfolio of private and corporate clients. The role encompasses tax compliance, where attention to detail and solid understanding of UK tax regulations are paramount. The ideal candidate will be ATT or ACCA qualified (or part-qualified), with experience at a Top 50-100 accountancy practice. This position offers a collaborative environment and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate and personal tax within a professional practice environment.
• Proven experience in tax compliance.
• Background in a Top 50–Top 100 UK accountancy practice.
• ATT or ACCA qualification (or part-qualified)

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee a mixed portfolio of private and corporate tax clients.
• Prepare and review tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Support managers on specialist tax advisory and consulting projects.
• Provide support to managers and directors on specialist tax advisory and consulting projects as the role develops
• Ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with relevant tax legislation and regulations
• Build strong client relationships through effective communication and delivery of high‑quality service

Skills

Tax compliance

UK tax regulations expertise

Client relationship management

Attention to detail

Education

ATT or ACCA qualification (or part-qualified)

Job description

Talent Acquisition Specialist @ AMS Group

AMS Group is a leading UK Top 60 Accountancy Firm with a differentiated advisory‑led proposition, headquartered in Manchester. We have been a trusted name in professional services for over 40 years. Our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction has positioned us as a premier provider in the market.

Evolving from a family‑run accountancy practice in Blackburn (established 1982) to a nationwide advisory business with over 200 employees across 12 offices, our trading divisions comprise Audit, Accounts, Tax & Advisory with multiple service lines within each division. We leverage our relationship‑driven client approach to generate significant cross‑sell opportunities. Complementary to our organic growth is an impressive M&A strategy, with eight acquisitions completed since 2021 and further strategic acquisitions planned in 2025.

At AMS we never offer a one‑size‑fits‑all approach. We know that in today’s economic environment businesses require bespoke support, and we provide end‑to‑end services from start‑up to exit strategies. Our mantra is “Good advisers help your business. Great ones transform it.” This is the foundation upon which we have built our business.

We know great people make a great business. Our award‑winning culture drives our success. In 2024, we were named the 7th Best Accountancy Firm to Work for in the UK and featured in the Top 100 Companies to Work For. We’re proud to be recognised as Best Employer in Tax (Tolley’s Taxation Awards 2025) and Employer of the Year (GM Chamber of Commerce Awards 2024), reflecting our commitment to people, culture, and a workplace where talent thrives.

The Role

As a Mixed Tax Senior, you will take ownership of a varied portfolio of both private and corporate clients, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality tax services. Initially, your focus will be on tax compliance, preparing and reviewing returns for individuals and businesses of different sizes. As the role develops, you will also have the opportunity to support managers and directors on specialist advisory and consulting projects, gaining exposure to more complex and technical areas of tax.

We are seeking a candidate who is ATT or ACCA qualified (or part‑qualified) with experience in both corporate and personal tax within a professional practice environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity to join a respected firm of accountants based just outside Manchester city centre, where you will work with a diverse client base and benefit from ongoing professional development in a supportive and collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee a mixed portfolio of private and corporate tax clients
• Prepare and review tax returns for individuals and businesses of varying sizes
• Focus primarily on corporation tax compliance, with personal tax experience considered highly advantageous
• Provide support to managers and directors on specialist tax advisory and consulting projects as the role develops
• Ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with relevant tax legislation and regulations
• Build strong client relationships through effective communication and delivery of high‑quality service

Experience & Skills and required:

• Proven experience in tax compliance, with a strong understanding of UK tax regulations
• Background working within a Top 50–Top 100 UK accountancy practice
• Solid expertise in corporation tax, with experience or a genuine interest in personal tax advantageous
• ATT or ACCA qualification (or part‑qualified)

Salary and company benefits

• 23 Days Holiday
• Additional day off for birthday
• Enhanced Parental Pay
• Health cash plan
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme
• Company Sick Pay
• Company pension scheme
• 1 x paid membership / subscription
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

AMS Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.