This job is with Penningtons Manches Cooper, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. Tax & Accounts Manager Job LocationsUK-Surrey-GuildfordPosted Date1 month ago(17/10/2024 16:51)Job ID2024-1272 of Openings1CategoryLegal opportunities Overview Our private client and tax team is looking to hire a Tax and Accounts Manager in Guildford. The successful candidate will join a highly respected team dedicated to private wealth advice, UK and international tax planning and asset protection, advising individuals, family offices, family businesses and fiduciaries. The team has the support of leading practitioners from a number of practice areas across the firm, when required. Responsibilities Our Private Client team in Guildford is looking for a Tax and Accounts Manager to join the team. Their workload will include: To undertake fee-earning work and provide a profitable contribution to the work of the division. To contribute to the successful development of the firm in line with the business plan and firms commonality of purpose. To deliver a high quality commercial legal service ensuring personal compliance with quality standards and professional ethics. Provide direct assistance to the Trust and Tax Director and tax/accountancy support to the wider Private Client team. Liaise with clients, intermediaries and tax authorities in a clear and relevant manner. Identify tax-planning opportunities for clients. Support development of Trainee Trusts & Accounts Manager Preparation of: Trust and estate accounts accurately Company and personal, estate and trust tax computations HM Revenue & Customs forms associated Various accounting reports for UK and overseas tax compliance matters Essential & Desirable Criteria Enthusiastic and motivated to learn at a fast pace, with the desire to further increase knowledge. A strong team orientation, working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve the teams strategic aims. Competent user of business information systems and in particular advanced user of MS Excel. Must have completed or be close to completing ATT qualification (or equivalent), along with having specialist knowledge of relevant area of law. Receptive to facilitate and support change Comfortable working under pressure with the ability to plan and prioritise work; appreciation of fee earner needs and constraints; commercially aware Achieve the competencies for an Associate level member of the team. At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. You can find out more about our firm's commitment, initiatives and Pennclusion committees here. We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees, at all stages of the recruitment process and employment, regardless of age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background. We aim to provide adjustments for people who have a disability, long-term health condition (including mental health) or neurodiversity. If you would like to request an adjustment, please contact Emily.Greenpenningtonslaw.com Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendReferSorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later.Share on your newsfeedApplication FAQs Software Powered by iCIMS www.icims.com