Personal Tax Senior Manager

Personal Tax Manager / Senior Manager – Cardiff (Hybrid)

Location: Cardiff Gate Business Park
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Working Pattern: Hybrid (typically 2–3 days in the office)
Parking: Free on-site parking available

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

For more information about this role please contact Will Langdon at Clark Wood –  /