Director - Asset Tax Services

KPMG UKKPMG UK

Location:

Aberdeen, Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Newcastle upon Tyne, Nottingham, Reading, South Coast - Southampton, Watford

KPMG's Fixed Asset Tax Services (FATS) team brings together tax advisers, accountants, construction specialists and quantity surveyors. The team supports organisations across a wide range of sectors with fixed asset tax matters, including capital allowances claims and technology-enabled delivery. We are looking for a Director to lead and grow our fixed asset tax services. The role will combine technical leadership, client relationship management, business development and people leadership.

You will oversee high-quality capital allowances work, strengthen delivery processes and collaborate with tax technology and risk specialists to develop practical solutions for clients and internal teams. This is a national role, working with colleagues across the United Kingdom. We value different perspectives, experiences and backgrounds, and aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute and develop.

• Grow the FATS business by winning new work, expanding client relationships and supporting the sale of client-facing technology solutions.
• Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders and lead discussions on capital allowances, fixed asset tax matters and relevant technology solutions.
• Lead business development opportunities, proposals, pitches and presentations for new and existing clients.
• Oversee the technical and financial elements of engagements, including the accurate quantification and documentation of capital allowances claims and elections.
• Manage a portfolio of tax and technical work, balancing project priorities, resources, quality and risk requirements.
• Advise on the adoption of software and artificial intelligence capabilities to improve delivery processes and develop new offerings.
• Collaborate with tax technology, risk management and wider tax colleagues to create solutions and identify market opportunities.
• Lead, coach and develop team members, while liaising with HM Revenue & Customs specialists to support the agreement of claims.

• Deep practical knowledge of capital allowances legislation, case law and claim preparation, supported by broader finance, accounting and taxation knowledge.
• Experience leading complex client engagements and applying legislation to commercial and operational scenarios.
• Ability to develop client relationships, identify opportunities and lead proposals, pitches and senior stakeholder conversations.
• Experience using software to analyse large datasets and improve processes, with an understanding of artificial intelligence-enabled solutions.
• Strong project and portfolio management skills, including prioritising work, allocating resources, delegating effectively and maintaining quality.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts and produce professional reports for senior stakeholders.

• A relevant tax, accounting or surveying qualification, such as CTA, ACA, ACCA, RICS or an equivalent qualification, is desirable but not essential.