Tax Manager

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Tax Manager (hybrid working opportunities) in a role primarily focused on tax compliance delivery, with the added opportunity to develop advisory expertise under the guidance of an experienced Tax Partner. This position is ideal for a strong compliance professional who is looking to build on their technical foundation while gradually gaining exposure to more complex advisory work in a supportive, hands-on environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of personal and corporate tax compliance work
• Manage team workflow and ensure deadlines are met
• Review tax returns and computations for accuracy and quality
• Identify risk areas and ensure technical consistency
• Act as a key link between tax, audit, and accounts teams

Tax Queries

• Act as a first point of contact for tax queries from clients and colleagues
• Provide clear, practical, commercially focused advice
• Escalate more complex matters appropriately

Advisory Development (Supported Learning)

• Corporate restructures and reorganisations
• Capital gains tax and transaction planning
• Business structuring and in corporations
• Share schemes (e.g. EMI)
• Basic inheritance tax planning

What You'll Be Doing

• Delivering high-quality compliance work and ensuring technical accuracy
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members
• Managing deadlines and improving team processes
• Building strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
• Gradually developing advisory expertise through hands-on involvement

About You

• CTA qualified or working towards CTA (or equivalent experience)
• Strong background in UK personal and/or corporate tax compliance
• Confident reviewing returns and managing compliance workflows
• An interest in developing advisory skills over time

What's on Offer

• A compliance-focused role with clear advisory development pathway
• Hands-on mentoring and exposure to complex advisory work
• Direct support from an experienced Tax Partner
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Flexible hybrid working (Halifax-based role)
• A collaborative and supportive team environment

This is an ideal opportunity for a tax professional who enjoys compliance work but is looking to broaden their experience into advisory, with structured support and development. If you are interested in this Tax Manager opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance. IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market.

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