Corporate Tax Manager
Location: Banbury Salary: up to 75k Contract: Permanent / Full‑time
Are you an experienced Corporate Tax professional looking to step into a leadership role with real influence? We’re working with a highly respected accountancy practice seeking a Corporate Tax Manager to lead, develop and grow a high‑performing tax team.
This role offers the chance to manage a diverse portfolio of clients, deliver complex advisory work, and shape the future direction of the corporate tax service line.
⭐ The Role
As Corporate Tax Manager, you will:
Client Service & Portfolio Management
Manage a portfolio of corporate tax clients (typically £50m–£100m turnover, some up to £300m)
Work closely with accounts and audit teams
Review and approve technically robust tax computations
Identify technical issues and deliver high‑quality advisory solutions
Build strong client relationships and ensure exceptional serviceTechnical Delivery
Act as the technical lead for complex compliance reviews
Deliver clear, effective advisory reports
Maintain strong technical knowledge across key corporate tax areasTeam Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor and develop a growing corporate tax team
Conduct reviews, provide feedback and delegate effectively
Build a confident, capable and motivated teamOperational Efficiency
Drive process improvements and support technology adoption
Oversee WIP, billing and compliance trackers
Ensure files meet quality standards
Support onboarding of new clientsBusiness Development
Identify advisory opportunities within your portfolio
Support senior leaders on complex client matters
Attend external events to build your professional profileFirmwide Contribution
Collaborate with other service lines
Contribute to best‑practice and internal improvement projects⭐ Technical Knowledge Required
Experience in several of the following areas is essential:
Capital allowances
Corporate Interest Restriction (CIR)
Losses
Transfer pricing & cross‑border issues
Share schemes (EMI, CSOP)
VAT, Indirect Taxes & Duty Structuring
R&D Tax Reliefs & Creative Sector Reliefs
Restructuring and M&A⭐ What We’re Looking For
ACA, ACCA or CTA qualified
Minimum six years’ experience in corporate tax
Strong compliance review and advisory background
Experience managing staff and working directly with clients
Previous experience within a Top 50 practice
Someone who embodies values such as integrity, teamwork, enthusiasm and a progressive mindset⭐ Additional Requirements
Must live within commuting distance of a local office
Willingness to work outside normal hours when required