Hays
Southampton, Hampshire
Corporate Tax Senior Manager - Shape Strategy, Lead with Impact Our client , a respected independent accountancy firm, is seeking a Corporate Tax Senior Manager to lead their corporate tax compliance function and deliver high-impact advisory work. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a growing team, work directly with business leaders, and shape the future of tax services in a people-first, values-led environment. If you're looking for a role that blends technical challenge, leadership, and strategic influence-without sacrificing work-life balance-this could be your next move. What You'll Be Doing As a key member of the Tax team, you'll lead the corporate tax compliance service, manage a talented team, and deliver a wide range of advisory projects. Your responsibilities will include: Planning and coordinating corporate tax return preparationManaging compliance processes (e.g. ATED, ERS, EMI, EIS)Reviewing tax computations and ensuring technical accuracyLeading advisory projects such as restructuring, share schemes, R&D, and due diligenceCoaching and developing junior staff across tax and audit teamsActing as a key contact for clients, directors, and HMRCDriving continuous improvement in compliance processes What You'll Bring Essential: CTA or ACA qualifiedSignificant experience in corporate tax within a practice environmentStrong technical knowledge and quality review skillsA collaborative, people-focused leadership styleA commitment to continuous learning and developmentAlignment with values such as fairness, opportunity, and personal responsibility Desirable: Experience managing a client portfolioAdvisory experience across a range of taxesWorking knowledge of VAT, PAYE, and personal tax issuesProven track record of mentoring and developing junior staff Why Join Our Client? This is more than a technical role-it's a leadership opportunity in a firm that values relationships, autonomy, and innovation. You'll enjoy:A varied and stimulating workload beyond routine complianceDirect responsibility and client contact from day oneFreedom to propose and implement improvementsA clear path to further progression, including director-level opportunitiesA collaborative, non-hierarchical culture where your voice matters Benefits Include: Flexible working hours and hybrid optionsGenerous holiday allowance + option to purchase moreComprehensive training and development supportRegular team socials and wellbeing initiativesCycle to Work Scheme, EAP, and moreOffice perks like fresh fruit, snacks, and creative extras Ready to Lead the Future of Corporate Tax? Whether you're actively exploring new roles or simply open to the right opportunity, this could be the next step that elevates your career. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or feel free to call Lorna Pilling directly on . If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Please note: All applicants must have Right to Work in the UK as sponsorship for overseas employees cannot be provided for this role. #
Corporate Tax Senior Manager - Shape Strategy, Lead with Impact Our client , a respected independent accountancy firm, is seeking a Corporate Tax Senior Manager to lead their corporate tax compliance function and deliver high-impact advisory work. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a growing team, work directly with business leaders, and shape the future of tax services in a people-first, values-led environment. If you're looking for a role that blends technical challenge, leadership, and strategic influence-without sacrificing work-life balance-this could be your next move. What You'll Be Doing As a key member of the Tax team, you'll lead the corporate tax compliance service, manage a talented team, and deliver a wide range of advisory projects. Your responsibilities will include: Planning and coordinating corporate tax return preparationManaging compliance processes (e.g. ATED, ERS, EMI, EIS)Reviewing tax computations and ensuring technical accuracyLeading advisory projects such as restructuring, share schemes, R&D, and due diligenceCoaching and developing junior staff across tax and audit teamsActing as a key contact for clients, directors, and HMRCDriving continuous improvement in compliance processes What You'll Bring Essential: CTA or ACA qualifiedSignificant experience in corporate tax within a practice environmentStrong technical knowledge and quality review skillsA collaborative, people-focused leadership styleA commitment to continuous learning and developmentAlignment with values such as fairness, opportunity, and personal responsibility Desirable: Experience managing a client portfolioAdvisory experience across a range of taxesWorking knowledge of VAT, PAYE, and personal tax issuesProven track record of mentoring and developing junior staff Why Join Our Client? This is more than a technical role-it's a leadership opportunity in a firm that values relationships, autonomy, and innovation. You'll enjoy:A varied and stimulating workload beyond routine complianceDirect responsibility and client contact from day oneFreedom to propose and implement improvementsA clear path to further progression, including director-level opportunitiesA collaborative, non-hierarchical culture where your voice matters Benefits Include: Flexible working hours and hybrid optionsGenerous holiday allowance + option to purchase moreComprehensive training and development supportRegular team socials and wellbeing initiativesCycle to Work Scheme, EAP, and moreOffice perks like fresh fruit, snacks, and creative extras Ready to Lead the Future of Corporate Tax? Whether you're actively exploring new roles or simply open to the right opportunity, this could be the next step that elevates your career. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or feel free to call Lorna Pilling directly on . If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Please note: All applicants must have Right to Work in the UK as sponsorship for overseas employees cannot be provided for this role. #
CMA Recruitment Group
Southampton, Hampshire
Are you an experienced Corporate Tax specialist looking for a senior leadership role in a forward-thinking, people-first accountancy practice? Join this established team as a Corporate Tax Senior Manager and take on a key role leading the corporate tax compliance service and supporting complex advisory projects. This independent, director-led firm that works with ambitious business owners and directors at every stage of their journey. Their collaborative culture values people above all else, offering a supportive environment where you can grow and develop your career while delivering outstanding service to clients. What will the Corporate Tax Senior Manager role involve? Leadership of Corporate Tax compliance managing and reviewing the preparation of Corporate Tax returns and associated compliance (ATED, ERS, EMI, EIS) Technical oversight reviewing complex computations and ensuring technical quality Staff development supervising, mentoring, and developing junior team members Advisory projects including corporate restructuring, tax clearances, share schemes, transfer pricing reviews, CIR calculations, PAYE reviews, R&D claims, and tax due diligence Managing relationships with clients, HMRC, and internal teams across the practice Driving continuous improvement within the compliance function Suitable Candidate for the Corporate Tax Senior Manager vacancy: CTA or ACA qualified Corporate tax experience in a practice environment Proven track record in managing compliance and supporting advisory projects Strong leadership and staff development experience Knowledge of personal tax and IHT issues affecting business structures (desirable) Familiarity with VAT and PAYE (beneficial) Commitment to continuous professional development and sharing the firm s core values Additional benefits and information: Interesting and varied client work not just routine processing Direct client contact and responsibility for designing solutions Authority to drive improvements in compliance processes Opportunities to progress to advisory or director-level roles Collaborative, supportive culture with no silos Structured development programme for ongoing career progression CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
Are you an experienced Corporate Tax specialist looking for a senior leadership role in a forward-thinking, people-first accountancy practice? Join this established team as a Corporate Tax Senior Manager and take on a key role leading the corporate tax compliance service and supporting complex advisory projects. This independent, director-led firm that works with ambitious business owners and directors at every stage of their journey. Their collaborative culture values people above all else, offering a supportive environment where you can grow and develop your career while delivering outstanding service to clients. What will the Corporate Tax Senior Manager role involve? Leadership of Corporate Tax compliance managing and reviewing the preparation of Corporate Tax returns and associated compliance (ATED, ERS, EMI, EIS) Technical oversight reviewing complex computations and ensuring technical quality Staff development supervising, mentoring, and developing junior team members Advisory projects including corporate restructuring, tax clearances, share schemes, transfer pricing reviews, CIR calculations, PAYE reviews, R&D claims, and tax due diligence Managing relationships with clients, HMRC, and internal teams across the practice Driving continuous improvement within the compliance function Suitable Candidate for the Corporate Tax Senior Manager vacancy: CTA or ACA qualified Corporate tax experience in a practice environment Proven track record in managing compliance and supporting advisory projects Strong leadership and staff development experience Knowledge of personal tax and IHT issues affecting business structures (desirable) Familiarity with VAT and PAYE (beneficial) Commitment to continuous professional development and sharing the firm s core values Additional benefits and information: Interesting and varied client work not just routine processing Direct client contact and responsibility for designing solutions Authority to drive improvements in compliance processes Opportunities to progress to advisory or director-level roles Collaborative, supportive culture with no silos Structured development programme for ongoing career progression CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
KPMG-7
Job details Location: Aberdeen, Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Gatwick, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Newcastle upon Tyne, Nottingham, Reading, South Coast - Southampton, Watford Capability: Audit Experience Level: Senior Manager Type: Full Time Service Line: Central Audit Contract type: Permanent Job description Summary of role purpose: The Role Are you a visionary leader who thrives on solving complex problems and steering digital innovation in the Audit & Assurance domain? Our Digital Audit & Analytics team is seeking a Senior Manager with a unique blend of accounting & data analytics, with a profound understanding of the potential unlocked through advanced data techniques. This role is pivotal in identifying and capitalising on opportunities to enhance the efficiency, quality and insight of our Audit & Assurance portfolio. This position is suited for individuals with exceptional data literacy skills, and a data analytics background. As a Senior Manager, you will spearhead data analytics on Audit & Assurance engagements, navigating through the complexities of key finance and operational systems. Joining KPMG's Clara Analytics and Technology team, you will not only lead but also champion data analytics initiatives, providing strategic direction to engagement teams across all industries. Why Clara Analytics Team? We're a team of enthusiastic, talented and innovative people from a diverse set of backgrounds in Audit & Assurance, technology and industry that are motivated by delivering high quality and high impact data and technology solutions to enhance the experience of the professionals and Audit & Assurance entities we serve. We're constantly investing in the development of our people through professional training, coaching and a culture of high support - high challenge as well as maintaining our market leading capability by leveraging leading cloud-based technology and building software relationships for Analytics, Automation, Process Mining & AI, to accelerate at pace and anticipate tomorrow - today. What do we do? The Clara Analytics Team takes end to end responsibility for idea generation, incubation, project management, implementation & delivery and value realisation of data analytics and technology solutions within the context of our Audit & Assurance portfolio and are at the heart of delivering KPMG's Audit & Assurance of the future. What people are saying? "Clara is where you can redefine who you are and where you want to go. Since joining the team five years ago, I've developed from a data analyst into a product manager, helping to digitally transform the way audits are run. Our partnership with Microsoft makes it exciting to explore the most advanced technology and ensures that with each new project, anything is possible." James M. Clara Manager "The variety of work projects I've been involved in have allowed me to find what I enjoy most and develop these skills, tailoring my work towards my skillset and goals, no two engagements are the same and I learn so much from each experience! With the support of the team, Clara have helped me in my apprenticeship by finding relevant projects for my study and flexibility in balancing study and work." Sam R. Clara Apprentice "I get to work in a collaborative and supportive environment where I feel valued and I see a clear opportunity for progression in the firm, whilst also doing something I really enjoy. You are able to define your own career path guided by your interests, as there are a wide variety of different opportunities and projects available to you as well as access to different training materials and certifications which you can undertake." Tatiana D. Clara Manager Description of the role: Work in teams delivering either financial statement audit; technology audit; audit related data, analytics and tools; independent assurance over other info such as regulatory/ESG/internal controls; learning and development; quality/risk/knowledge management; and/or specialist, technical accounting advice (non-audited entities only). Responsibilities • Lead the strategic deployment of technology and D&A across a portfolio of audit engagements, ensuring alignment with overarching firm objectives. • Analyse outputs to derive strategic insights and identify areas for deeper testing, elevating the role of D&A within audits. • Conduct thorough reviews of D&A outputs, collaborating with technical teams to resolve any discrepancies prior to analysis dissemination. • Masterfully present complex analyses to audit teams, utilising visualisation tools (e.g., PowerBI, Celonis) to simplify data interpretation. • Lead the technology agenda on audit tenders and Ignition events. • Synthesise insights, results and findings into comprehensive reports and presentations for Senior Management and Audit Committees. • Guide audit teams on data extractions and establish efficient data sharing processes with audited entities. • Oversee the preparation of D&A documentation, ensuring compliance with mandatory requirements and maintaining impeccable audit file documentation. • Manage budgets, monitor engagement finances, and ensure timely delivery within scope and budget. • Support the wider leadership team in overseeing department-wide team initiatives. Other responsibilities will typically include accountability for leading teams; providing technical, risk & compliance management; operational and quality management support; overseeing project management, budgeting and planning, senior stakeholder management, and analysis and delivery of quality reports; taking part in tenders or proposals; and some performance management responsibilities. Due to the nature of the role significant time may be spent at client sites/KPMG offices. Role dimensions: Technical core competencies required for the role Our Global Audit & Assurance Technical core competencies provide clarity and consistency of expectations to ensure the minimum audit technical requirements are being met by level to drive Audit Quality, which is fundamental to achieving our ambition to become the most trusted and trustworthy firm. The relevant competencies for this role are: Technical knowledge: Understands relevant technical accounting and financial reporting standards, regulations and accounting literature. Exhibits and stays current on appropriate industry and specialized knowledge, and leverages KPMG methodologies (including ESG Assurance). Technology skills: Uses firm-approved audit tools and innovative technology solutions to increase audit quality, productivity, and data insights. Professional scepticism and issue identification: Applies professional skepticism, objectivity and independence to identify and support resolution of potential audit issues. Risk assessment: Prepares for the audit execution design with a focus on risk assessment Evaluation of audit results: Evaluates evidence from audit procedures to determine if audit objectives were achieved. People & Culture Embrace and embed our culture ambition of high challenge, high support which is grounded in Our Values. Operate with a curious and sceptical mindset ensuring that this is embedded in your everyday work. Actively lead and embed a coaching culture to get the best out of others in an environment where everyone in the team feels empowered to speak up or challenge where appropriate. Be accountable, professional and act in the public interest, working for the benefit of shareholders of audited entities and wider society. Be inclusive and embrace the opportunity to work with other teams within Audit and across the firm in an integrated way. Have a sense of community, purpose and fun. The person: Experience and knowledge requirements: • Demonstrated leadership in the delivery of financial statement audits and the strategic application of D&A in audit engagements. (E) • Adept at navigating complex data, with a keen analytical mind and a curiosity for exploring data's role within assurance. (E) • Proven ability to identify the root cause of issues, providing impactful recommendations and advice to audited entities. (E) D = Desirable E = Essential Behavioural Attributes and Skills: • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging both technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively. (E) • Embracing KPMG values and fulfilling the "People & Culture" role dimensions above. (E) D = Desirable E = Essential Qualifications: • A professional accountancy qualification from a recognised accountancy body is desirable but is not essential. (D) • SAP / Oracle certification. (D) • Azure/ AWS / Databricks certification. (D) D = Desirable E = Essential KPMG overview: KPMG in the UK is part of a global network of firms that offers Audit, Legal, Tax and Advisory services. Through the talent of over 16,000 colleagues, we bring our creativity, insight and experience to solve our clients' and communities' biggest problems. We've been doing this for more than 150 years. We aim to be universally recognised as a place for great people to do their best work. A firm known for our collaborative and inclusive culture, using technology to empower and equip our people to deliver outstanding work with real flexibility - through inspiring workspaces . click apply for full job details
Job details Location: Aberdeen, Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Gatwick, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Newcastle upon Tyne, Nottingham, Reading, South Coast - Southampton, Watford Capability: Audit Experience Level: Senior Manager Type: Full Time Service Line: Central Audit Contract type: Permanent Job description Summary of role purpose: The Role Are you a visionary leader who thrives on solving complex problems and steering digital innovation in the Audit & Assurance domain? Our Digital Audit & Analytics team is seeking a Senior Manager with a unique blend of accounting & data analytics, with a profound understanding of the potential unlocked through advanced data techniques. This role is pivotal in identifying and capitalising on opportunities to enhance the efficiency, quality and insight of our Audit & Assurance portfolio. This position is suited for individuals with exceptional data literacy skills, and a data analytics background. As a Senior Manager, you will spearhead data analytics on Audit & Assurance engagements, navigating through the complexities of key finance and operational systems. Joining KPMG's Clara Analytics and Technology team, you will not only lead but also champion data analytics initiatives, providing strategic direction to engagement teams across all industries. Why Clara Analytics Team? We're a team of enthusiastic, talented and innovative people from a diverse set of backgrounds in Audit & Assurance, technology and industry that are motivated by delivering high quality and high impact data and technology solutions to enhance the experience of the professionals and Audit & Assurance entities we serve. We're constantly investing in the development of our people through professional training, coaching and a culture of high support - high challenge as well as maintaining our market leading capability by leveraging leading cloud-based technology and building software relationships for Analytics, Automation, Process Mining & AI, to accelerate at pace and anticipate tomorrow - today. What do we do? The Clara Analytics Team takes end to end responsibility for idea generation, incubation, project management, implementation & delivery and value realisation of data analytics and technology solutions within the context of our Audit & Assurance portfolio and are at the heart of delivering KPMG's Audit & Assurance of the future. What people are saying? "Clara is where you can redefine who you are and where you want to go. Since joining the team five years ago, I've developed from a data analyst into a product manager, helping to digitally transform the way audits are run. Our partnership with Microsoft makes it exciting to explore the most advanced technology and ensures that with each new project, anything is possible." James M. Clara Manager "The variety of work projects I've been involved in have allowed me to find what I enjoy most and develop these skills, tailoring my work towards my skillset and goals, no two engagements are the same and I learn so much from each experience! With the support of the team, Clara have helped me in my apprenticeship by finding relevant projects for my study and flexibility in balancing study and work." Sam R. Clara Apprentice "I get to work in a collaborative and supportive environment where I feel valued and I see a clear opportunity for progression in the firm, whilst also doing something I really enjoy. You are able to define your own career path guided by your interests, as there are a wide variety of different opportunities and projects available to you as well as access to different training materials and certifications which you can undertake." Tatiana D. Clara Manager Description of the role: Work in teams delivering either financial statement audit; technology audit; audit related data, analytics and tools; independent assurance over other info such as regulatory/ESG/internal controls; learning and development; quality/risk/knowledge management; and/or specialist, technical accounting advice (non-audited entities only). Responsibilities • Lead the strategic deployment of technology and D&A across a portfolio of audit engagements, ensuring alignment with overarching firm objectives. • Analyse outputs to derive strategic insights and identify areas for deeper testing, elevating the role of D&A within audits. • Conduct thorough reviews of D&A outputs, collaborating with technical teams to resolve any discrepancies prior to analysis dissemination. • Masterfully present complex analyses to audit teams, utilising visualisation tools (e.g., PowerBI, Celonis) to simplify data interpretation. • Lead the technology agenda on audit tenders and Ignition events. • Synthesise insights, results and findings into comprehensive reports and presentations for Senior Management and Audit Committees. • Guide audit teams on data extractions and establish efficient data sharing processes with audited entities. • Oversee the preparation of D&A documentation, ensuring compliance with mandatory requirements and maintaining impeccable audit file documentation. • Manage budgets, monitor engagement finances, and ensure timely delivery within scope and budget. • Support the wider leadership team in overseeing department-wide team initiatives. Other responsibilities will typically include accountability for leading teams; providing technical, risk & compliance management; operational and quality management support; overseeing project management, budgeting and planning, senior stakeholder management, and analysis and delivery of quality reports; taking part in tenders or proposals; and some performance management responsibilities. Due to the nature of the role significant time may be spent at client sites/KPMG offices. Role dimensions: Technical core competencies required for the role Our Global Audit & Assurance Technical core competencies provide clarity and consistency of expectations to ensure the minimum audit technical requirements are being met by level to drive Audit Quality, which is fundamental to achieving our ambition to become the most trusted and trustworthy firm. The relevant competencies for this role are: Technical knowledge: Understands relevant technical accounting and financial reporting standards, regulations and accounting literature. Exhibits and stays current on appropriate industry and specialized knowledge, and leverages KPMG methodologies (including ESG Assurance). Technology skills: Uses firm-approved audit tools and innovative technology solutions to increase audit quality, productivity, and data insights. Professional scepticism and issue identification: Applies professional skepticism, objectivity and independence to identify and support resolution of potential audit issues. Risk assessment: Prepares for the audit execution design with a focus on risk assessment Evaluation of audit results: Evaluates evidence from audit procedures to determine if audit objectives were achieved. People & Culture Embrace and embed our culture ambition of high challenge, high support which is grounded in Our Values. Operate with a curious and sceptical mindset ensuring that this is embedded in your everyday work. Actively lead and embed a coaching culture to get the best out of others in an environment where everyone in the team feels empowered to speak up or challenge where appropriate. Be accountable, professional and act in the public interest, working for the benefit of shareholders of audited entities and wider society. Be inclusive and embrace the opportunity to work with other teams within Audit and across the firm in an integrated way. Have a sense of community, purpose and fun. The person: Experience and knowledge requirements: • Demonstrated leadership in the delivery of financial statement audits and the strategic application of D&A in audit engagements. (E) • Adept at navigating complex data, with a keen analytical mind and a curiosity for exploring data's role within assurance. (E) • Proven ability to identify the root cause of issues, providing impactful recommendations and advice to audited entities. (E) D = Desirable E = Essential Behavioural Attributes and Skills: • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging both technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively. (E) • Embracing KPMG values and fulfilling the "People & Culture" role dimensions above. (E) D = Desirable E = Essential Qualifications: • A professional accountancy qualification from a recognised accountancy body is desirable but is not essential. (D) • SAP / Oracle certification. (D) • Azure/ AWS / Databricks certification. (D) D = Desirable E = Essential KPMG overview: KPMG in the UK is part of a global network of firms that offers Audit, Legal, Tax and Advisory services. Through the talent of over 16,000 colleagues, we bring our creativity, insight and experience to solve our clients' and communities' biggest problems. We've been doing this for more than 150 years. We aim to be universally recognised as a place for great people to do their best work. A firm known for our collaborative and inclusive culture, using technology to empower and equip our people to deliver outstanding work with real flexibility - through inspiring workspaces . click apply for full job details
