Personal Tax Senior Manager

Personal Tax Manager / Senior Manager - Cardiff (Hybrid)

• Location: Cardiff Gate Business Park
• Sector: Tax, Personal Tax, Private Client Tax
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Salary: £65,000 - £80,000 per annum
• Working Pattern: Hybrid (typically 2-3 days in the office)
• Parking: Free on-site parking available

Contact

Will Langdon - Clark Wood

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Overview

Clark Wood are working with a leading accountancy practice in Cardiff who are seeking an experienced Personal Tax Manager or Senior Manager to join their growing private client tax team. This is a compliance-focused position, offering the chance to manage a high-quality portfolio whilst enjoying a balanced hybrid working arrangement in modern offices at Cardiff Gate.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of personal tax clients, including high-net-worth individuals, company directors, landlords, and sole traders
• Lead and review the preparation of Self Assessment tax returns and associated compliance work
• Ensure compliance deadlines are met and that all work is completed to a high technical standard
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, delivering clear and proactive communication
• Review work prepared by junior staff and provide mentoring, training, and technical support
• Identify potential advisory opportunities and liaise with senior leadership where appropriate
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of UK tax legislation and HMRC requirements
• Contribute to internal process improvements and the development of best practice within the tax team

About You

• CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience)
• Strong background in personal tax compliance within an accountancy practice environment
• Confident reviewing returns and managing a busy and varied client portfolio
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Comfortable supporting and developing junior team members
• Proactive, well organised, and able to work effectively within a hybrid structure

Benefits

• Hybrid working model (typically 2-3 days a week in the office)
• Free on-site parking at Cardiff Gate
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive, collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for progression, including routes into senior leadership