Corporate Tax Assistant Manager

Birmingham’s professional services market has grown considerably in recent years, and the quality of opportunity available to corporate tax professionals in the city reflects that. We are pleased to be working with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants who are looking to bring a talented and ambitious Corporate Tax Assistant Manager into their well-regarded tax team, with a firm that offers flexible working, a company pension, and much more for the right individual.

Crowe Watson Recruitment is a specialist accountancy recruiter with a strong presence across the Midlands and the wider UK market, and a track record of placing corporate tax professionals into roles that genuinely move their careers forward. The team prides itself on being straightforward and transparent at every stage of the process, taking the time to properly understand what each candidate is looking for before making any introductions. That honest and considered approach is something candidates consistently tell them they value.

As Corporate Tax Assistant Manager, you will work alongside experienced managers and partners on a varied and stimulating portfolio of corporate clients, taking increasing responsibility for compliance and advisory work whilst developing your own technical expertise and client-facing skills. Birmingham offers access to a rich and diverse commercial landscape, and this firm’s client base reflects the breadth and ambition of the city’s business community. For a corporate tax professional who is ready to step up, take on more responsibility, and build towards manager level within a supportive and well-structured practice environment, this is a very strong opportunity. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Please note that Crowe Watson Recruitment is unable to assist with sponsorship applications; all candidates must have the right to work in the UK without restriction.

Key Responsibilities
Supporting the delivery of corporate tax compliance and advisory services across a varied client portfolio
Preparing and reviewing corporate tax returns and computations to a high standard
Advising on corporation tax, group structures, and reorganisations under the guidance of senior staff
Building and maintaining strong client relationships as a trusted point of contact
Identifying tax planning opportunities and communicating recommendations clearly to clients and partners
Supervising and mentoring junior members of the corporate tax team

Requirements
CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified with a solid corporate tax background gained within practice
At least four years' experience working within a UK Practice environment
Proven experience delivering corporate tax compliance and advisory work across a range of clients
Strong technical knowledge of UK corporation tax legislation and current developments
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a confident client-facing manner
A proactive and commercially minded approach with a genuine ambition to progress