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Personal Tax Assistant Manager
Peterborough
Full-Time or Part-Time
£48,000 - £65,000

A leading, top 15 accountancy practice is seeking a Personal Tax professional to join its growing Private Client Tax team in Peterborough. This is a flexible opportunity that can be tailored to suit the right individual, whether you're looking to step into an Assistant Manager position or are already operating at that level. The team advises a broad portfolio of high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts and estates, offering exposure to both compliance and advisory work, including inheritance tax planning, trusts, succession planning and international tax matters. Full-time and part-time applicants will both be considered.

Role Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of personal tax clients, ensuring a high standard of service.Prepare, review and submit personal tax returns.Advise clients on a broad range of personal tax matters.Work with high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, estates and offshore structures.Prepare and review IHT reporting, including IHT100 and IHT400 forms.Liaise with HMRC regarding enquiries, investigations and voluntary disclosures.Identify tax planning opportunities and contribute to advisory projects.Support succession planning, inheritance tax planning and trust-related work.Assist with business development and identify opportunities to grow client relationships.Mentor and support junior members of the tax team.Work alongside senior managers and partners on complex private client projects.Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge through continued professional development.

Personal requirements

Previous experience within Personal Tax in an accountancy practice environment.CTA, ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent), or working towards qualification with relevant experience.Suitable for individuals looking to step into Assistant Manager level or experienced professionals seeking their next move.Strong technical knowledge of UK Personal Tax.Experience dealing with trusts, estates and inheritance tax work would be advantageous.Excellent communication and client relationship skills.Commercial awareness and the ability to identify advisory opportunities.Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads.Comfortable supervising and supporting junior team members.Positive, collaborative approach and a genuine desire to continue developing professionally.

Benefits

Hybrid working with two home working days per week.Flexible core working hours.25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave.Competitive salary.Discretionary annual bonus and employee recognition awards.Structured succession planning and career development opportunities.Employee Assistance Programme, including confidential counselling and virtual GP access for employees and their families.Full-time or part-time working considered.Flexibility around level and job title for the right candidate.

If you're an experienced Personal Tax professional looking to join a progressive and supportive firm that can offer genuine flexibility, varied client work and excellent long-term career prospects, apply today.

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Private Client Tax Manager
Ipswich
£47,000 - £60,000

A top 50 accountancy practice is looking for an experienced and motivated Private Client Tax Manager to join a forward-thinking and dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop a team of tax professionals, delivering high-quality advisory and compliance services to a varied client base. You will play a key role in shaping the strategy and direction of the private client tax function while building strong relationships with clients.

Role Responsibilities

Provide expert tax advice and guidance to clients, managing compliance and planning projects effectively.Lead, mentor, and manage a team of tax professionals, ensuring high standards and consistent service delivery.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax legislation and regulations to inform clients and the team.Act as the primary client contact in the absence of partners, ensuring excellent client service.Identify and develop business opportunities within the private client sector, including attending seminars and building referral networks.Review and sign-off high-risk tax returns and related documents.Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless service delivery.Support recruitment, training, and development of team members to build long-term capability.Uphold professional standards and risk management policies within all work activities.

Personal Requirements

CTA-qualified or equivalent (ACA, ACCA) with significant experience in a practice environment.Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop colleagues.Commercially aware with proven business development experience.Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.Adaptable and able to respond effectively to changing client and business needs.Experience with CCH software is desirable but not essential.

Benefits

Flexible working hoursOpportunities for professional development and further trainingSupportive and collaborative team environmentExposure to a wide range of private client matters

If you are an ambitious and experienced tax professional looking to take the next step in your career, apply today.

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Private Client Tax Manager
Cambridge
£45,000 - £56,000

A top 10 firm is seeking a Private Client Tax Manager to join its Cambridge office. In this role, you will lead the delivery of personal tax services, manage client portfolios, and ensure compliance with UK tax regulations. You will provide expert advice on complex tax planning, oversee junior team members, and develop strong client relationships. Your work will directly contribute to delivering exceptional client service and supporting the growth of the practice.

Role Responsibilities

Lead the preparation and review of complex private client tax returns.Manage a diverse portfolio of clients with complex needs, maintaining excellent client relationships.Provide expert advice on personal tax planning and compliance.Supervise, mentor, and delegate work to junior team members, ensuring high-quality output.Review and approve final tax packs and correspondence before issuing to clients.Monitor workflow, WIP, and fee recovery to ensure efficiency and profitability.Support business development activities, including proposals, fee quotes, and client tenders.Champion the use of new technologies and processes to improve efficiency and service quality.Actively contribute to departmental development initiatives and maintain up-to-date technical knowledge.

Personal Requirements

Qualified or part-qualified accountant or tax professional (ATT, CTA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent experience).Strong client focus with the ability to understand client objectives and provide clear guidance to colleagues.Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.Committed to developing team members and fostering a collaborative working environment.Strong attention to detail and ability to deliver accurate, high-quality work.

Benefits

Study support.Hybrid and flexible working.Holiday buy and sell scheme.Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, with additional family support including fertility treatment support.Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).24/7 GP access.Flexible benefits including the option to purchase private medical insurance, dental insurance, health assessments and a health cash plan.Life assurance.Free online will-writing service.Option to purchase critical illness cover.Cycle to Work scheme.Electric vehicle scheme.Tech scheme.Travel insurance options through the flexible benefits platform.Ongoing career development, learning programmes and structured progression opportunities.

If you are an experienced private client tax professional looking to take the next step in your career and make a real impact, apply now.

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Business Services Accounts Manager
Peterborough
£50,000 - £65,000

A well-established and growing Chartered Accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Business Services Accounts Manager to join its dynamic team in Peterborough. This is a newly created position driven by continued growth, offering the opportunity to take ownership of a significant client portfolio and play a key role in delivering high-quality outsourced finance, compliance, and advisory services. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership, oversee both UK and offshore teams, and help shape the continued development of the business services function.

Role Responsibilities

Take full ownership of a mixed client portfolio.Deliver timely statutory accounts, management accounts, and advisory services.Review statutory accounts under FRS 105 and FRS 102 (Section 1A).Oversee preparation and review of corporate tax computations and returns.Provide input on tax planning and tax-efficient remuneration strategies.Review VAT returns and bookkeeping prepared by junior staff.Supervise and support both UK-based and offshore accounting teams.Manage client onboarding across Xero, Sage, IRIS and related systems.Deliver training and ongoing support to clients and internal teams.Monitor WIP, billing, profitability, and charge-out rates.Support workflow management and departmental deadline tracking.Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes, and service delivery.

Personal Requirements

ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent).Minimum 4+ years' UK practice experience.Proven experience managing a portfolio.Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and corporate tax.Experience with cloud accounting software (Xero, Sage, IRIS).Strong working knowledge of IRIS and CCH (including CCH AP and CCH Corporation Tax desirable).Excellent leadership and team management skills, including remote/offshore teams.Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex matters simply.Commercial mindset with a focus on client service and value creation.Highly organised with strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays.Strong training and career development opportunities.Supportive, high-retention and collaborative team culture.Real opportunity to progress within a growing firm.Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.

If you are an experienced practice accountant looking for a senior role with real responsibility, client ownership, and progression opportunities, apply today.

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Private Client Tax Assistant Manager
Cambridge
£45,000 - £55,000

An established, top 10 accountancy practice is seeking a Private Client Tax Assistant Manager to join its Cambridge office. This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and technically focused environment. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of private clients, review personal tax compliance work, provide advice on complex tax matters, support the development of junior team members, and build strong client relationships while ensuring a high standard of service delivery.

Role Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of private client tax compliance work, ensuring assignments are delivered on time and to a high standard.Review personal tax returns prepared by junior team members.Prepare technical advice on complex private client tax matters for review by senior colleagues.Identify tax planning opportunities for existing clients.Attend pre-year-end and completion meetings with private tax clients where required.Maintain strong client relationships and provide regular updates on the progress of assignments.Monitor work in progress (WIP) and prepare draft fee proposals for approval.Identify changes in the scope of client work and propose appropriate additional fees where necessary.Support and mentor junior colleagues through training, feedback and performance reviews.Assist with recruitment activities, including interviews for junior hires.Deliver technical training appropriate to the experience level of trainees.Review final tax packs and transmittal letters before they are issued to clients.Contribute to business development initiatives, networking events and corporate social responsibility activities.Ensure all work complies with UK tax legislation and professional standards.

Personal Requirements

CTA qualified, or qualified by experience with a relevant tax or accountancy qualification such as ATT, ACA, ACCA or CA.Previous experience within an accountancy practice in a private client tax role.Strong technical knowledge of UK private client tax.Experience reviewing tax returns and managing a client portfolio.Confident communicating with clients and building long-term relationships.Experience supervising, mentoring or line managing junior team members.Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines.Commercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities to add value for clients.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

Study support.Hybrid and flexible working.Holiday buy and sell scheme.Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, with additional family support including fertility treatment support.Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).24/7 GP access.Flexible benefits including the option to purchase private medical insurance, dental insurance, health assessments and a health cash plan.Life assurance.Free online will-writing service.Option to purchase critical illness cover.Cycle to Work scheme.Electric vehicle scheme.Tech scheme.Travel insurance options through the flexible benefits platform.Ongoing career development, learning programmes and structured progression opportunities.

If you're an experienced Private Client Tax professional looking to progress your career within a well-established accountancy practice, apply today.

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Accountant Supervisor (Practice)
Peterborough
£38,000 - £42,000

A forward-thinking, modern accountancy practice is seeking a Supervisor to join their growing digital finance team at an exciting stage of development. This is a varied, client-facing role working closely with business owners to deliver management accounts, advisory support, and modern cloud-based finance solutions. You will also work alongside senior leadership to help shape new service lines, improve internal processes, and support the wider adoption of systems, automation, and AI. The role offers genuine scope to influence how services evolve as the business continues to grow.

Role Responsibilities

Produce accounts and management accounts, delivering clear and practical financial insight.Work directly with business owners on budgeting, cash flow, planning, and decision-making.Support the implementation and optimisation of cloud accounting systems.Improve internal processes, workflows, and client experience across the practice.Support the responsible use of AI and automation within finance processes.Mentor and support junior team members and trainees.Assist with workflow management during periods of absence alongside senior leadership.Contribute to the development of new advisory services and digital finance offerings.Support the business at external events, exhibitions, and networking activity.

Personal Requirements

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / AAT or equivalent).Strong experience in management accounts and client-facing finance work.Confident communicator able to engage with business owners clearly and professionally.Experience with cloud accounting tools such as Xero, Zoho, or similar.Interest in automation, systems development, and AI in accounting.Proactive, adaptable, and able to take ownership within a growing environment.Strong mentoring and collaborative approach to team development.

Benefits

Hybrid working.Flexible start and finish times.Paid professional membership support.Tailored training and development programme (systems, advisory, automation, AI).Workplace pension.Enhanced holiday package including additional long-service leave.Free onsite parking.Quarterly social events and access to business workshops and networking events.

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to find out more, apply now.

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Accounts and Business Advisory Manager
Ipswich (Hybrid)
Up to £65,000

A leading accountancy firm is seeking an ABAS Manager to join its growing advisory and business services team. This is a key leadership role within a high-performing practice, offering the opportunity to take ownership of a diverse client portfolio, lead teams, and play a central role in driving both client service excellence and commercial performance. The role combines hands-on client management with team development and strategic input into workflow and delivery across a varied portfolio of SME and mid-market clients.

Role Responsibilities

Own and manage a client portfolio with a higher level of client responsibility.Oversee team portfolios and support workflow planning across engagements.Deliver revenue and profitability targets across your portfolio.Manage all aspects of client service delivery, with partner/director support on technical matters.Develop and maintain strong, long-term client relationships.Identify and develop opportunities for the wider group and escalate to directors/partners.Provide proactive client support to reduce reliance on partner involvement.Use workflow management tools to oversee delivery across your team and portfolio.Work autonomously while contributing effectively as part of a wider team.Ensure delivery of high-quality technical advice and client outcomes.Coach, mentor, and develop junior members of the team.

Personal Requirements

ACA / ACCA or equivalent.Proven experience managing a client portfolio within an accountancy or professional services environment.Exposure to a range of industries and SME/mid-market clients.Demonstrable experience in coaching and developing junior staff.Strong client relationship management and communication skills.Commercially aware with an ability to identify growth opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.Enhanced parental leave (maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave).Family-friendly policies including fertility treatment support and time off to care for dependants.Private medical insurance (optional).Dental insurance (optional).Health cash plan and health assessment options.24/7 GP access and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).Life assurance and optional critical illness cover.Mental health support, including access to Mental Health First Aiders.Structured wellbeing programme and dedicated wellbeing initiatives.Cycle to Work scheme.Electric vehicle scheme.Tech salary sacrifice scheme.Holiday buy and sell scheme.Travel insurance (optional benefit).Free will writing service.Return-to-work coaching and mentoring support.Career development pathways and structured progression opportunities.

If you are a qualified accountant looking to step into a managerial role with real ownership, leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to shape client delivery across a diverse portfolio, apply today.

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Business Services Accounts Manager
Cambridge
£50,000 - £65,000

A well-established and growing Chartered Accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Business Services Accounts Manager to join its dynamic team in Cambridge. This is a newly created position driven by continued growth, offering the opportunity to take ownership of a significant client portfolio and play a key role in delivering high-quality outsourced finance, compliance, and advisory services. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership, oversee both UK and offshore teams, and help shape the continued development of the business services function.

Role Responsibilities

Take full ownership of a mixed client portfolio.Deliver timely statutory accounts, management accounts, and advisory services.Review statutory accounts under FRS 105 and FRS 102 (Section 1A).Oversee preparation and review of corporate tax computations and returns.Provide input on tax planning and tax-efficient remuneration strategies.Review VAT returns and bookkeeping prepared by junior staff.Supervise and support both UK-based and offshore accounting teams.Manage client onboarding across Xero, Sage, IRIS and related systems.Deliver training and ongoing support to clients and internal teams.Monitor WIP, billing, profitability, and charge-out rates.Support workflow management and departmental deadline tracking.Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes, and service delivery.

Personal Requirements

ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent).Minimum 4+ years' UK practice experience.Proven experience managing a portfolio.Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and corporate tax.Experience with cloud accounting software (Xero, Sage, IRIS).Strong working knowledge of IRIS and CCH (including CCH AP and CCH Corporation Tax desirable).Excellent leadership and team management skills, including remote/offshore teams.Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex matters simply.Commercial mindset with a focus on client service and value creation.Highly organised with strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

Benefits

Competitive salary package.25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays.Strong training and career development opportunities.Supportive, high-retention and collaborative team culture.Real opportunity to progress within a growing firm.Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.

If you are an experienced practice accountant looking for a senior role with real responsibility, client ownership, and progression opportunities, apply today.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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