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An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious tax professional to join a leading Private Client Tax team as an Assistant Manager.
About the Role
This is a varied and rewarding position offering scope for both personal and career development. You'll be part of a supportive team environment where proactive client solutions are encouraged, while also having the autonomy to work independently.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing tax returns for individuals, partnerships, trusts, and estates.
- Completing Capital Gains Tax returns, Inheritance Tax accounts, and Trust Registration filings.
- Handling HMRC enquiries and assisting with tax advisory projects.
- Delivering high-quality client service and reviewing Self Assessment tax returns prepared by junior colleagues.
- Supporting the development of junior team members.
About You
We're looking for a motivated professional who enjoys working with a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, business owners, and family trusts.
Essential skills and experience:
- Minimum of 2 years' recent practice experience in personal tax (or mixed role with significant personal tax exposure).
- ATT qualification (or equivalent); study support towards CTA may be available.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and client expectations.
- Experience managing a portfolio of clients.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- High level of ICT literacy, with knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and tax/accounting software (CCH experience beneficial).
- Conscientious attitude and strong attention to detail.
Location & Benefits
- Based in modern Ipswich offices with excellent facilities, close to the station and town centre.
- Free parking
- Agile working policy with flexibility to combine office and home working.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Study support for further qualifications where applicable.
- Enhanced paternity/maternity
- Sick pay
- Pension
- Health cash plan
Why Apply?
This role offers exposure to a wide range of private client tax matters, a diverse portfolio, and the chance to grow within a supportive and forward-thinking team. It's an ideal next step for someone looking to progress their career in personal tax advisory and compliance.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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