Tax Manager
Vacancy Reference: 48216
This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship, applicants must have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK.
Are you an experienced accounts and tax professional looking to specialise in the rural sector?
Do you thrive in a client-facing role where you can deliver tailored planning solutions and build long-term relationships?
Are you ready to lead, mentor, and contribute to the strategic growth of a high-performing advisory team?
The Company:
Our client is a highly regarded regional accountancy firm that works closely with a wide variety of rural businesses, landowners, and high-net-worth individuals. With a team-oriented culture and a focus on quality client service, they offer a progressive working environment where individuals are supported to grow and develop professionally. Their Northamptonshire -based team plays a central role in delivering expert accounts and tax services across Oxfordshire and the surrounding areas.
The Job Role:
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an Accounts & Tax Manager to join their team advising rural clients. The successful candidate will take ownership of a portfolio of clients, delivering strategic accounting and tax solutions, and supporting the development of junior staff. This is a hands-on management role suited to a qualified professional with experience in a practice environment and a strong interest in rural or agricultural sectors.
Location: Banbury
Salary Package: £45,000 to £65,000 + Benefits
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing a portfolio of rural and property-focused clients across accounts and tax work
- Reviewing and finalising accounts and tax returns for a variety of structures (corporate and unincorporated)
- Delivering high-quality client service and building strong day-to-day client relationships
- Identifying tax planning and business advisory opportunities, including VAT and NIC issues
- Supporting partners with specialist assignments and advisory projects
Overseeing workflow, deadlines, and billing to ensure efficiency and profitability - Delegating effectively to junior staff, conducting appraisals, and delivering feedback and coaching
- Ensuring compliance with deadlines including company accounts, tax returns, and P11Ds
- Contributing to departmental planning and helping shape the strategy of the Agriculture & Property division
Candidate Requirements:
- ACA, ACCA, CTA qualified (or equivalent experience) - essential
- At least 3 years' experience in an accounts and tax role within a practice setting - essential
- Prior experience managing rural or agricultural clients - desirable
- Previous experience at manager level in a professional services environment - desirable
- Strong understanding of UK accounting standards and tax legislation
- Confident in reviewing and completing accounts files and personal tax returns
Keywords:
Tax Manager, Accounts Manager, Rural Advisory, Agricultural Business, Practice Jobs, CTA, ACA, ACCA, Rural Clients, Practice Accounting Careers
How to Apply:
Please click on the APPLY NOW button.
Alternatively, send your CV in confidence to Charles Woodward - Senior Recruitment Consultant.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Your details will never be shared with any client without your prior permission.
