Corporate Tax Manager
Shaftesbury, Dorset
Are you a corporate tax specialist ready to step into a role with more responsibility and progression? An established and forward-thinking accountancy and advisory firm in Shaftesbury is looking for a Corporate Tax Manager to lead a varied portfolio of business clients, delivering high-quality compliance and advisory services. You’ll be working with a range of owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and group structures, offering tailored tax advice while managing corporate tax returns and playing a central role in the firm’s broader advisory projects. This is an ideal opportunity for a confident, technically strong tax professional who enjoys client interaction, thrives in a collaborative team, and is looking for genuine progression. Sound like your kind of role? Apply now for this Corporate Tax Manager job in Shaftesbury. Role Responsibilities Managing a portfolio of corporate tax clients across a range of sectors and structures, ensuring timely and accurate compliance Acting as a key point of contact for clients, building long-term relationships and delivering proactive tax planning advice Handling more complex areas of corporation tax, including R&D claims, group relief, loss planning, and business structuring Supporting directors and partners with project-based advisory work such as incorporations, share schemes, and due diligence Reviewing corporate tax returns prepared by junior team members and providing constructive feedback Supporting and developing the corporate tax team, providing mentoring and technical guidance Staying up to date with corporate tax legislation and HMRC developments, ensuring technical excellence About the Firm This highly regarded Dorset-based accountancy firm has a reputation for excellence in client service and a genuine focus on team development. They support a wide variety of clients with audit, tax, financial planning and business advisory services. With a people-first approach, the firm offers a collaborative environment where employees are encouraged to take ownership of their careers. You’ll have autonomy, support, and the opportunity to grow into a senior leadership role over time. Candidate Requirements CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified (or QBE with strong corporate tax experience) A proven track record in managing corporate tax portfolios within practice Up-to-date technical knowledge of corporation tax and related planning areas Comfortable handling complex queries and providing clear advice to clients Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Ability to manage and support junior team members Organised and deadline-focused, with a keen attention to detail What’s On Offer £50,000 to £70,000 per annum Full time, permanent role Generous annual leave Hybrid working options for flexibility Contributory company pension Health and wellbeing support Ongoing development opportunities Supportive company culture Plus more About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms. Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new accountancy jobs in Shaftesbury and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.