Job Title: Tax Manager Location: Eastbourne, East Sussex Salary: £60,000 – £65,000 (DOE) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Contact: Daisy Keane | Daisy.keanesheridanmaine.com Overview: We’re working with a well-established, growing accountancy firm based in Eastbourne, East Sussex, seeking an experienced and personable Tax Manager to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified tax professional looking for a broad role with real autonomy, client contact, and progression prospects—ideal for someone local to East Sussex or looking for a move to the coast with more work-life balance. The Role : As Tax Manager, you will oversee the firm’s tax compliance and advisory services across a varied portfolio of corporate and personal tax clients. You’ll manage and review returns, provide tax planning advice, and support both partners and junior staff. This is a client-facing role with scope to grow and shape the tax offering within the firm. Key Responsibilities: Manage a mixed portfolio of personal and corporate tax clients Review tax returns and computations prepared by junior staff Provide tax planning and advisory services (including IHT, CGT, R&D, SEIS/EIS, and restructuring) Handle complex HMRC enquiries and investigations Liaise directly with clients to advise on tax-efficient structures and opportunities Supervise, mentor, and train junior team members Work closely with the partners on strategic tax issues and business development Keep up to date with changes in tax legislation and ensure compliance Requirements: CTA qualified (or ACA/ACCA with strong tax focus) 5 years’ experience in a UK accountancy practice tax role Proven track record in managing tax compliance and providing advisory services Strong technical knowledge of UK tax legislation across both corporate and personal tax Excellent communication skills and client-facing confidence Experience supervising staff and reviewing tax work Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work autonomously