Corporate Tax Manager

Corporate Tax Manager - Hybrid (3 days office/2 work from home) Our client is a well-established independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in central Manchester. Due to continued growth they are looking for an experienced Corporate Tax Manager to join their well-established and supportive tax team whihh has a strong reputation for delivering expert advice across a broad range of tax matters. They are looking for a motivated tax professional to manage a diverse portfolio of corporate clients and provide high-quality advisory and compliance services. Clients range from sole traders and business start-ups to multi-million-pound limited companies and partnerships. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced individual looking to take the next step in their career within a growing, supportive, and professional environment. Requirements: * ACA/ACCA and/or CTA qualified. * Minimum of 5 years’ corporation tax experience in a professional practice. * Strong analytical and quantitative skills٫ with accuracy and attention to detail. * Experience managing client relationships and handling a portfolio independently. * Ability to mentor and support junior team members. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively liaise with clients and colleagues. Responsibilities: As a Corporate Tax Manager, you will: * Manage a portfolio of corporate clients, including Owner-Managed Businesses (OMBs), SMEs, and larger corporate groups. * Oversee corporate tax compliance, ensuring timely and accurate tax return submissions, and advising clients on payments including quarterly instalment payments. * Advise on tax planning opportunities, including corporate structuring, R&D tax relief, capital allowances, and other incentives. * Liaise with HMRC on behalf of clients and manage tax risk and compliance matters. * Provide support on more complex tax advisory projects, tax due diligence, share valuations, and international tax matters. * Develop and mentor junior team members, supporting their technical and professional growth. * Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact for tax matters. * Stay up to date with tax legislation. * Ensure that assignments are completed within budget and all parties are kept informed of overruns. * Manage WIP and billing process on your portfolio of clients. Benefits: * Generous holidays – 23 days plus bank holidays. * Flexible benefits package including discount portal. This includes buy/sell holidays, car scheme, cycle to work scheme and much more. * Death in service cover of 4 x salary. * Employer pension contributions of 3% (commencing after 3 months of service). * Free parking on a rota basis. * Company staff and social events. * “Dress for your day” dress code policy. * Introducer fee for new clients of 10% of first year client fees billed and paid. * £1,000 referral success fee for introducing new colleagues. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK as sponsorship isn't provided currently