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An independent firm of accountants in Wakefield is seeking a Tax Manager to join its growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional looking for a varied role combining tax compliance, advisory work, and team leadership. Working closely with the Tax Partner, you will play a key role in managing the firm's tax portfolio while supporting clients with a wide range of tax planning and advisory matters.
The Role
Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing a portfolio of personal and corporate tax clients.
- Reviewing and overseeing the preparation of tax returns, ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements and deadlines.
- Supporting the Tax Partner on a broad range of advisory projects, including succession planning, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, remuneration planning, and business restructuring.
- Acting as a trusted adviser to owner-managed businesses, individuals, and high-net-worth clients.
- Identifying tax planning opportunities and delivering practical, commercially focused advice.
- Managing HMRC enquiries and correspondence on behalf of clients.
- Overseeing the firm's payroll function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
- Developing and mentoring junior team members.
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
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About You
We are interested in speaking with candidates who have:
- ATT, CTA, ACA, ACCA or qualified by experience.
- Strong experience gained within an accountancy practice environment.
- A solid background in both personal and corporate tax compliance.
- Exposure to tax advisory work and a desire to further develop advisory expertise.
- Previous experience reviewing work and supporting junior staff.
- Knowledge of payroll processes and compliance requirements.
- Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
- A proactive and commercially minded approach.
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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. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.
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