Corporate Tax Manager - RPG Chartered Accountants, Manchester / WFH

Corporate Tax Manager Wanted!

Are you ready to elevate your career? RPG Chartered Accountants are seeking a Corporate Tax Manager to join our dynamic and growing tax team. We're a leading independent firm based in the heart of Manchester, committed to making a real impact beyond just crunching numbers.

Why Join Us?

RPG is in the midst of an exciting transformation, making this the perfect time to come on board.

Our team of 80 professionals provides a wide range of accountancy services to a diverse client portfolio, from individuals needing personal tax assistance to multimillion-pound businesses. We use a proactive, director-led approach to ensure clients receive expert, commercially focused advice.

RPG supports businesses with turnovers ranging from £50,000 to over £600 million. Our services include Business Services (accounts, bookkeeping, management accounts, digital/cloud services), Audit, Tax and Payroll, Business Recovery & Insolvency. Additionally, RPG Chartered Financial Planning, comprising 15 dedicated professionals based in St Asaph, offers services to both individuals and businesses. Our team prides itself on excellence, consistently going above and beyond to meet clients' needs.

Our client-facing teams are supported by dedicated operations, people management, administration, and marketing teams. Technology is a key development area for RPG, and we are currently undergoing an extensive technological transformation programme. This initiative aims to eliminate inefficiencies and empower our people to achieve their best work.

As members of DFK International, a global association of accounting firms spanning 465 cities in 90 countries, we can attract and support clients with personal and business interests overseas more effectively. Additionally, DFK offers RPG substantial training and development opportunities.

With these extensive resources and investments, we place our people at the core of our operations, striving to help every colleague reach their full potential. RPG prioritises work-life balance and provides the opportunity to work from home two days a week.

About the Role

As Corporate Tax Manager you will:

• Manage and oversee all aspects of corporate tax compliance for your portfolio.
• Prepare complex corporate tax computations and returns, and review those prepared by other members of the Tax and Business Services teams.
• Prepare tax accounting disclosures.
• Advise clients on corporate tax payments, including quarterly instalment payments.
• Assist with ad-hoc advisory work that naturally flows from your compliance responsibilities, including group tax planning, capital allowances, R&D tax relief, and tax due diligence for acquisitions and disposals.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships across your portfolio of clients.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to junior staff members.
• Take ownership of WIP management for your client portfolio.
• Conduct thorough research and stay updated on tax law changes, proactively communicating with clients about relevant tax opportunities and working with the wider team to deliver on such work.
• Handle general ad-hoc queries for the practice.

Role Requirements

• Possess ACA, ACCA, CTA, or an equivalent qualification
• Tax manager or assistant manager with significant corporate tax compliance experience
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in tax software and financial reporting systems
• Ability to mentor and develop junior team members
• High attention to detail and accuracy in work
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
• Continuous learning mindset to stay updated with industry changes and best practices
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel

Next Steps

Joining us at this time provides an exciting opportunity to have a real impact and to help shape and grow the tax team. There is significant scope for growth and development, and for the right candidate with drive and determination, the role provides the opportunity for promotion to senior manager within a short time.

Think you have what we’re looking for? If so, we’d love to hear from you. Our Recruitment Team will arrange an initial call to discuss the role in greater detail.