Tax Assistant Manager - Cardiff

Xeinadin Group Limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business advisory firm is seeking a Tax Assistant Manager to join their dynamic team in Cardiff. In this role, you will manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring tax compliance and providing high-quality advice. The successful candidate will have at least 3 years of tax experience, be ATT/CTA qualified or working towards it, and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. This is a hybrid position that offers competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Enhanced family leave policies

Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a UK tax role within an accounting firm.
• Proven experience managing tax compliance processes.
• Strong knowledge of UK tax legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients’ tax affairs ensuring compliance.
• Offer accurate tax advice independently and collaboratively.
• Coach and guide junior team members.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

ATT/CTA qualified or working towards

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Full details of the job.

Vacancy Name

Vacancy No

Vacancy No VN1336

Employment Type

Employment Type Permanent

Duration

Duration NA

Location City

Location City Cardiff

Location Country

Location Country United Kingdom

Company Description

Company Description Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 2500 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.

Description

Description We are seeking a motivated and experienced Tax Assistant Manager to join our growing Tax team within our UK accounting practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional looking to take the next step in their career, offering exposure to a wide range of tax matters, including compliance, advisory, and client relationship management.
The Assistant Manager is responsible for producing high-quality client files while managing junior team members. The role is equally split between overseeing client work and mentoring junior staff. The Assistant Manager must ensure that the work is completed to high standards, meet deadlines, and maintain compliance with all legal and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities • Manage a portfolio of clients’ tax affairs, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and providing value-added tax advice.
• Offer technically accurate and clear tax advice to clients, both independently and in collaboration with other teams.
• Ensure the timely and efficient completion of all client tax compliance work, including returns and filings.
• Plan and manage tax work to meet client needs and statutory deadlines.
• Provide coaching and guidance to junior team members, assisting in their professional development and improving their tax knowledge and skills.
• Review junior team members' work, providing constructive feedback and helping them grow in their roles.
• Identify tax planning opportunities and proactively communicate these to clients.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK tax legislation and regulatory developments.
• Develop and maintain strong relationship with clients, acting as a key point of contact for tax matters.
• Work with senior managers to meet financial targets for the team.
• Represent Xeinadin professionally, both internally and externally.
• Deliver on Xeinadin’s vision and values in all work interactions, ensuring a focus on innovation and client-focused service.

Key Requirements

Key Requirements • ATT/CTA qualified (or working towards)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a UK tax role within an accounting firm or tax practice
• Proven experience managing tax compliance processes and providing advisory support
• Previous experience in tax compliance and advisory is essential
• Strong knowledge of UK tax legislation and regulations

Additional Requirements

Additional Requirements • Organised, detail-focused, and deadline-driven
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage a portfolio of clients and ensure high standards of service delivery
• Strong technical expertise in accounting or tax, with a focus on compliance and advisory
• Proven ability to lead and develop junior team members
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant systems
• Professional and confident, with the ability to foster strong client relationships
• Adaptable, flexible, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Committed to continuous learning and development

Model

Model Hybrid

Salary Competitive

Benefits • Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas*
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform

Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:
• PMI single or family
• Critical Illness Cover
• Cash plan
• Cycle to work
• Eye care
• Dental
*subject to exceptions and business needs