Employment Tax Manager

Employment Tax Manager | Top 20 Firm | Reading |

Are you a tax professional with a deep understanding of employer compliance and worker status? Do you want to lead high-level advisory projects within a globally connected network while maintaining the focus of a regional team? Are you looking for a role that offers clear progression to Senior Manager and the flexibility to manage your own portfolio?

About the Firm

This Top 20 Firm is a leading national practice offering audit, tax, and advisory services with a significant global reach. As an independent member of one of the top 10 accounting networks worldwide, they provide their team with access to a vast international pool of expertise and a varied client base that ranges from owner-managed businesses and quoted groups to national charities. The firm is dedicated to empowering its people and embracing technological change, offering a collaborative culture where innovation is highly valued.

Responsibilities

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  Deliver a broad range of employment tax services, including complex compliance and high-level ad hoc advisory work.

  
  


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  Lead employer compliance reviews, internal audits, and health check initiatives to ensure robust risk management for clients.

  
  


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  Advise on technical matters such as worker status, Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), and expenses and benefit tax treatments.

  
  


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  Manage corporate due diligence projects related to employment tax risks during acquisitions or disposals.

  
  


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  Oversee the preparation and submission of various statutory forms, including P11Ds and employment-related securities reporting.

  
  


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  Identify and execute remuneration planning opportunities, including bonus structures, share schemes, and salary sacrifice arrangements.

  
  

As an Employment Tax Manager you will:

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  Work closely with local Tax Partners and the national Workforce Advisory group to deliver high-quality client solutions.

  
  


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  Act as the primary point of contact for a diverse portfolio, ensuring a premium level of client service and responsiveness.

  
  


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  Coach and mentor junior staff members, providing on-the-job training and constructive feedback to support their professional journey.

  
  


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  Drive business development initiatives, identifying opportunities to introduce additional service lines such as VAT, personal tax, and corporate finance.

  
  


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  Take primary responsibility for the financial performance of your client projects, ensuring efficiency and quality in all deliverables.

  
  

What You’ll Receive

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  Flexible working options.

  
  


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  Private medical care.

  
  


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  Discretionary bonus scheme.

  
  


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  Professional membership fees covered (ACA/CTA).

  
  


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  Clear, structured pathway to Senior Manager.

  
  


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  Access to a global network of 40,000 professionals.

  
  

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