Tax Manager

Job Description

Tax Manager

Location:

Lancaster Area

Salary:

Hybrid Working Leadership Opportunity & Outstanding Benefits

Are you an accomplished tax professional ready to step into a pivotal management role? Our client, a respected independent practice in Lancaster, offers you the chance to lead a dynamic tax department, shape best practices and mentor a talented team all within a supportive growth-focused environment. Take ownership of a diverse client portfolio and help drive the firm's reputation for technical excellence and personalised service.

• Day‑to‑day management of the tax department including workflow, team guidance and quality assurance
• Preparation and submission of personal tax compliance for a varied client base (high‑net‑worth individuals, entrepreneurs, professionals)
• Reviewing and overseeing the work of team members to ensure technical accuracy and compliance
• Providing coaching, mentoring and ongoing support to junior staff
• Advising on complex personal tax issues (capital gains, inheritance tax, residency)
• Maintaining strong client relationships through proactive advice and identification of advisory opportunities
• Keeping up to date with personal tax legislation and HMRC requirements
• Ensuring deadlines and compliance requirements are met efficiently and effectively

• ATT qualified (minimum); CTA or equivalent experience highly desirable
• At least 5 years UK accountancy practice experience in personal tax
• Demonstrable experience managing a portfolio of clients and reviewing team output
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high professional standards
• Confident communicator and effective team leader
• Excellent organisational and workflow management skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of personal tax compliance and advisory
• Familiarity with HMRC requirements and evolving tax legislation
• Experience with tax software and digital recordkeeping (desirable)

• Hybrid working model (minimum 2 days per week in Lancaster office)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional leave with seniority; buy up to 5 extra days (max 30 days total)
• Business closure over Christmas
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance (x4 annual salary)
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced company sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support)
• Corporate discounts platform
• Flexible benefits platform (PMI critical illness, dental, cycle to work, eye care, cash plan – seniority dependent / self‑funded at corporate rates)
• Clear career progression and leadership development opportunities

Based in Lancaster with hybrid working (minimum 2 days in‑office)

Modern well‑equipped office environment

If you’re an ambitious tax manager ready to make an impact with a progressive independent practice, we’d love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact Jake Harris at .

All applications will be handled with the strictest confidentiality.

Manager

Tax Experience, Accounting Software, GAAP, Quick Books, Accounting, Sage, Account Reconciliation, Analysis Skills, Research Experience, SOX, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis

Full‑Time

Years

1