Employment Taxes Assistant Manager / Manager

Grant Thornton LLP; Reading; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit and advisory firm in the UK is looking for an experienced Employment Taxes Assistant Manager or Manager to join their national team. The role offers full-time, flexible, or hybrid working options. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in Employment Tax and strong communication and project leadership skills. The position involves advising clients on tax issues, managing compliance, and contributing to various Employment Tax projects.

Benefits

Flexible working

Career development

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Employment Tax.
• Excellent communication skills for leading projects.
• Current knowledge of UK tax legislation.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on employment tax issues.
• Manage Employment Tax compliance.
• Assist with Employment Tax reviews.

Skills

Communication skills

Project leadership

Knowledge of UK tax legislation

Analytical skills

Education

ACA/ACCA/CTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Employment Taxes Assistant Manager / Manager

Grant Thornton UK is looking for an experienced Assistant Manager or Manager to join our national Employment Tax team. The role offers full‑time, flexible or hybrid working options.

A look into the role

• Advise a diverse client base on employment tax issues (PAYE, NIC, employee benefits, IR35).
• Help employers achieve cost savings through effective pay and benefit reward structures.
• Manage Employment Tax compliance and mitigate internal and external risks, including year‑end reporting, National Minimum Wage and holiday pay.
• Assist with Employment Tax reviews (due diligence, health checks, SAO, standalone).
• Play an integral role in the Employment Tax and wider Employer Solutions group on projects.
• Build the reputation of the Employment Tax team and Grant Thornton through quality delivery.

Minimum criteria

• ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified or an equivalent tax qualification.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to lead projects.
• At least 3 years’ experience in Employment Tax.

Desirable

• Current knowledge of UK tax legislation and common Employment Tax themes (PAYE, NIC, IR35, etc.) and awareness of HMRC updates.
• A well‑thought‑out approach to complex problems with sound judgment and research, communicating with empathy and impact.
• Tenacity, resilience, a collaborative mindset, and enthusiasm for business opportunities.
• Willingness to embrace technology to increase efficiency and maximise client opportunities.
• Ability to analyse client problems, integrate information and provide clear and consistent communication.

About Grant Thornton

Grant Thornton is a leading audit, tax and advisory firm with over 5,000 people worldwide. We empower clients and our people with an inclusive culture, work‑life balance, and growth opportunities.

Benefits and Development

Flexible working, career development, community giving initiatives, and focus on professional growth. Competitive salary and benefits package.