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Assistant Corporate Tax Manager

PKF Smith CooperBirmingham🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 21 Sept 2026

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Posted
2 hours ago
ComplianceTax Compliance

Job Description

Location: Derby, Nottingham or Birmingham

Contract: Full-time

Salary: Dependent on experience

Do you want to play a key part in our Firm's ambitious growth plans over the next five years?

This role will play a key part in our firm’s ambitious growth plans to double in size over the next five years. If you want to be part of a Firm where you can make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

This position offers a unique opportunity to gain extensive exposure across various areas within Corporate Tax Compliance. Our firm specialises in owner-managed businesses, large corporates, and charities. In this role, you will work closely with the audit team while also mentoring and developing junior tax team members. Although the primary focus of this position is compliance, you will occasionally have the opportunity to engage in advisory work on an ad-hoc basis in line with business needs.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone looking to grow within an ambitious firm, with our very own Tax Partner starting off as a Tax Assistant.

The ideal candidate should have experience working with owner-managed businesses and/or large corporates, previous exposure to compliance, and hold either an ACA or CTA qualification.

The important work you will be doing:

  • Managing the corporate tax compliance process for a portfolio of OMB and/or large corporate clients

  • Liaising with the audit team on a regular basis to manage deadlines and provide tax provisions for statutory accounts

  • Managing junior team members to deliver work to agreed timescales and acting as the primary point of contact for the client

  • Providing training and feedback to junior team members to assist in their development as tax advisors

  • Direct line management responsibility for some junior team members

  • Deal with correspondence from HMRC and liaise with representatives as and when appropriate.

  • Work with senior members of the tax team to identify additional opportunities on your portfolio of clients, such as R&D and transfer pricing

  • Support the advisory team on an ad-hoc basis

The skills and experience you will bring:

  • ACA or CTA qualified

  • A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Corporate Tax

  • Ideal experience with a mixture of owner-managed businesses and/or large corporates

  • Strong Excel skills

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Experience managing corporate tax compliance for owner-managed businesses and/or large corporate clients

  • Previous exposure to compliance work, with the confidence to liaise with audit teams, clients and HMRC as required

  • ACA or CTA qualification, supported by a minimum of three years’ experience in Corporate Tax

  • The ability to mentor, train and provide feedback to junior team members

  • Strong Excel skills and the ability to manage deadlines across a varied client portfolio

  • An interest in supporting ad-hoc advisory work and identifying additional client opportunities such as R&D and transfer pricing

Why PKF Smith Cooper?

PKF Smith Cooper is the 13th largest accounting firm by UK fee income (Accountancy Age Top 50+50) and a member of PKF Global, a network of legally independent firms operating in 150 countries. This global reach enables us to share expertise, specialist knowledge, and resources while delivering a personal service to our clients.

Our team of award-winning accountants and business advisors plans to double the size of our company within the next five years. As a fast-growing firm and ICAEW and ACCA Approved Training Employer, we are passionate about developing homegrown talent. Through comprehensive training, development, and progression opportunities, we can help you achieve your full potential and build a successful career in professional services.

Why Birmingham?

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In the heart of the vibrant city, our new, state-of-the-art office boasts a contemporary open plan working area, on-site gym with lockers and shower facilities, and a large roof terrace perfect for taking in the views of the city. Our Birmingham office is easily accessible via train, being adjacent to Snowhill Train Station and only a 10-minute walk from New Street Station.

Why Derby?

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At our headquarters, located in Pride Park, you’ll find our main office, featuring three floors of bright, open-plan workspaces, breakout areas, and modern meeting rooms. Fully equipped kitchens and dining spaces are perfect for spending time away from our desks, and you can even enjoy our private, on-site gym.

Why Nottingham?

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In the heart of the bustling city, our Nottingham office, refurbished in 2023, is a modern and collaborative space. Some of the city’s best cafes and restaurants are on our doorstep, and we’re close to several public transport links, making the office easily accessible.

What's in it for you?

Our benefits package has been designed around our people and shaped by our values. As part of Team PKF Smith Cooper, here are some of the things you can expect:

  • A working environment that empowers you to perform at your best, through our flexible working policy and dress for your diary scheme - Hybrid working during your probation period is subject to the manager's discretion

  • Time to do what matters to you – 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, the option to reduce annual hours for additional annual leave, and your birthday off, on us. Long-serving employees can also request a sabbatical, giving you the chance to make truly unforgettable memories

  • Rewards for those who actively embrace and embody our values and culture through our Kudos Reward Scheme

  • Regular social events and annual, company-wide away days, giving you the opportunity to engage with colleagues across your division and office, as well as the wider firm

  • Bonus referral schemes for introducing new talent or clients so that when we benefit, you do too

  • Life doesn’t stop at the end of the working day and neither do our benefits. We also offer life assurance, discounts on a huge variety of retailers through the PKF Smith Cooper Rewards Scheme, and cashback on healthcare (including dental visits, physiotherapy etc) through Simplyhealth

Ready to start your career with PKF Smith Cooper? We'd love to hear from you.

How to apply?

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to a member of the People team at careers@pkfsmithcooper.com or by calling 01332 332021.

Please note that we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds; however, we are unable to accept applications from candidates who require a visa to work in the UK.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Also, we ask that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting us unless we have directly reached out to you.

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