Corporate Tax Assistant Manager – Reading

Corporate Tax Assistant Manager

Location: Reading

We are supporting a fast‑growing national audit, tax and advisory firm with a strong UK footprint and international reach. Following continued expansion of their Thames Valley corporate tax practice, the team is looking to appoint a Corporate Tax Assistant Manager – ideal for a newly qualified professional looking to take their next career step.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, growing team where you’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of clients and advisory work, with clear progression prospects.

The Opportunity

As an Assistant Manager, you’ll support senior tax leaders on UK and cross‑border advisory projects while managing a portfolio of corporate tax compliance work. Clients range from fast‑growing owner‑managed businesses to large international groups across a broad mix of sectors.

You’ll build strong client relationships, support junior colleagues, and become involved in business development initiatives as you grow within the team.

Key Responsibilities

Client Delivery

• Manage corporate tax compliance for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Assist on advisory projects including group restructuring, interest deductibility, capital allowances, and HMRC enquiries.
• Review corporation tax returns and supporting computations.
• Develop relationships with clients and identify opportunities for wider support.

Team Support & Development

• Provide guidance to junior staff and support their development through coaching and review.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing and team learning sessions.
• Assist with internal projects across the tax practice.

Commercial & Risk Management

• Manage workflow, budgets and deadlines across your client portfolio.
• Ensure quality, accuracy and adherence to risk management procedures.
• Help identify process improvements in client delivery.

Skills & Experience Required

• Newly qualified or finalists (ACA/CTA or equivalent).
• Strong corporate tax knowledge, with experience in compliance and early exposure to advisory work.
• Confident reviewing computations and interpreting financial statements.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical points clearly.
• Motivated, proactive and eager to develop both technically and commercially.
• Experience working with clients directly and managing multiple deadlines.

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