Salary guide
Tax Manager
- Average salary
- £40,000 – £80,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
- Tax managers are vital for UK business compliance
Other names this job is known by
- Tax Director
- Senior Tax Manager
Key responsibilities
- Lead tax strategy and teams
- Oversee tax compliance and planning
- Advise management on tax issues
- Liaise with HMRC and auditors
- Monitor tax law changes
- Prepare reports and documentation
- Train and mentor staff
- Stay updated on tax regulations
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in accounting, finance, or law
- ATT or CTA qualification
- Experience in tax or management roles
- Leadership and analytical skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Head of Tax
- Director
- Partner
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study accounting, finance, or law
- Obtain tax qualifications (ATT, CTA)
- Gain experience in tax or management roles
- Progress to management or leadership positions
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