Assistant Tax Manager / Tax Senior - independent firm with real progression

Are you a tax professional looking to take the next meaningful step in your career-somewhere you'll be valued, supported, and genuinely able to progress?

Our client is a highly respected and long-established independent chartered accountancy practice, proudly based in the heart of a historic Cambridgeshire market town. With charming offices just moments from excellent transport links and the added benefit of on-site parking, the firm offers both convenience and a welcoming working environment.

Renowned across the local business community and the wider profession, the practice has built its reputation on exceptional client service, strong technical expertise, and long-standing relationships. As a result of continued growth, they are now seeking to appoint an experienced Tax Senior or Tax Assistant Manager, depending on experience.

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for a tax professional who has developed their career within an accountancy or legal practice and is specialising in Personal or Mixed Tax. Whether you are already qualified (ATT/CTA) or progressing towards your qualification, you'll be joining a high-calibre team with outstanding mentors and no limit to your progression.

You'll enjoy exposure to varied and interesting clientele, alongside the opportunity to get involved in advisory and planning work in time-supported closely by an experienced Tax Manager and Partner team.

Other key Responsibilities, whilst managing your own portfolio of 100-150 clients comprising of 80% person and 20% corporate customers, including preparation and submission of tax returns:

• Acting as the primary point of contact for clients on day-to-day tax matters, responding to queries on occasion with support from senior team members.
• Reviewing corporation tax computations and returns
• Preparing and drafting R&D tax claims
• Liaising with HMRC on behalf of your clients
• Involvement in wider tax planning projects alongside the Tax Manager and Partners
• Providing guidance and support to more junior team members when required.
• Working collaboratively with partners and colleagues across the firm

About You - to be considered we are looking for the following experience and attributes:

• Tax experience within an accountancy practice, or we will seriously consider those in a legal firm looking to expand their knowledge.
• At least 3 years' experience in Personal or Mixed Tax
• ATT qualified (or similar) is advantageous, though CTA, part-qualified, or QBE candidates will also be considered. Those who require it will receive full study support.
• Possess effective interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills
• Show a client-focused, proactive mindset and keen to continue developing your tax expertise

Why Join this firm?

• Have a clear path and achievable, realistic career progression
• Work with supportive leadership and high-quality mentors
• The Senior leadership team have developed a friendly, professional, and collaborative culture
• Undertake varied work with an established and growing client base
• Work in an attractive office setting with excellent transport links and free parking, with local amenities within walking distance.

If you're looking to join a firm that genuinely invests in its people and offers long-term career potential, this could be the perfect next move.

Contact Natalie Harden at Reed for an initial discussion and immediate response before being submitted, or apply online