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Posted 21 July, 2026

Tax Manager - Personal tax

Accountancy Action
Watford, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Are you looking for a tax manager title and a step up within the team?

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Are you a CTA-qualified tax professional looking for more than just a compliance role? This is a fantastic opportunity to:

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  • Working closely with the Tax Principals and other members of the team to achieve results and create an excellent team environment.
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  • Liaising with and meeting clients to understand and satisfy their requirements.
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  • Preparing personal, partnership and trust tax returns for some of the Firm’s more complex clients.
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  • Reviewing personal tax returns, advice or other technical work prepared by junior members of the team.
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  • Identifying tax planning opportunities, advising clients and helping to implement chosen options.
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  • Assisting and dealing with HMRC enquiries and compliance checks.
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  • Working together with multiple teams and Principals, as necessary, across the firm on ad-hoc advisory work in order to deliver solutions.
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About You

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We're looking for someone who combines excellent technical knowledge with a genuine passion for delivering outstanding client service.

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You'll ideally have:

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  • CTA qualification (essential).
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  • Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
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  • Strong personal tax compliance experience.
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Why Join?

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This is a firm that genuinely invests in its people, offering a collaborative culture, exposure to high-quality advisory work and clear opportunities for career progression.

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Benefits

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  • Hybrid working.
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  • Competitive salary based on experience.
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  • Annual Christmas bonus equivalent to one week's salary.
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  • Private Medical Insurance (after three months).
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  • Employer pension contribution of 5%.
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  • Death in Service cover (4x salary).
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  • Group Income Protection Scheme.
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  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional time off over Christmas.
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  • Ongoing technical development and clear career progression.
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  • Opportunity to work alongside highly experienced tax specialists on complex and rewarding assignments.
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If you're looking to take the next step in your tax career within a progressive and supportive firm, we'd love to hear from you.