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 service
Technical Delivery
* Act as the technical lead for complex compliance reviews
* Deliver clear, effective advisory reports
* Maintain strong technical knowledge across key corporate tax areas
Team Leadership & Development
* Lead, mentor and develop a growing corporate tax team
* Conduct reviews, provide feedback and delegate effectively
* Build a confident, capable and motivated team
Operational Efficiency
* Drive process improvements and support technology adoption
* Oversee WIP, billing and compliance trackers
* Ensure files meet quality standards
* Support onboarding of new clients
Business Development
* Identify advisory opportunities within your portfolio
* Support senior leaders on complex client matters
* Attend external events to build your professional profile
Firmwide 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