Exciting Leadership Opportunity in a Growing Firm

Gavin Kendall from Reed Practice is partnering with a leading independent accountancy firm with a strong reputation for excellence and continued growth, in the search for an experienced Tax Manager to lead their Personal Tax offering in Scarborough.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically strong and commercially minded tax professional to take ownership of a key department, combining hands-on client advisory work with team leadership and strategic input.

The Opportunity

As Tax Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and developing the firm’s Personal Tax function. You will lead from the front, providing expert advice to clients while mentoring and developing a growing team.

Your responsibilities will include:

•    Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of Tax Seniors and Trainees, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration

•    Acting as a trusted adviser to a diverse client base, including individuals, partnerships, trusts, and estates

•    Identifying and delivering complex tax planning opportunities and providing technical expertise on bespoke advisory projects

•    Overseeing personal tax compliance processes and ensuring the highest standards across client portfolios

•    Managing HMRC enquiries and compliance checks with confidence and professionalism

•    Driving operational efficiency through effective billing management and WIP reviews

Gavin is keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:

•    A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a tax-focused role within practice or a similar professional environment

•    ATT / CTA qualified (or equivalent), or working towards qualification

•    Strong technical expertise in personal tax

•    Proven experience in leading or mentoring teams

•    A client-focused approach, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships

•    Commercial awareness and a proactive mindset

Why Apply?

•    Opportunity to take ownership of a key department within a respected firm

•    Clear scope for career progression and professional development

•    A supportive, collaborative, and people-focused culture

•    Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance

•    Exposure to a diverse and growing client base

•    Competitive salary and benefits package