🆕 New 2026 | Mixed Tax Compliance Manager – East London

Clark Wood is a specialist Recruitment Consultancy operating throughout the United Kingdom within the Public Practice Accountancy & Tax sectors. Our core client base consists of Accountancy Practices ranging from Big 4, Top 10 & Mid-Tier firms through to independent regional firms and sole traders.

Tax Compliance Manager (Mixed Tax) East London (Hybrid)
Circa £50,000 - £65,000 (Dependent on Experience) + Excellent Benefits

Public Practice recruitment specialists Clark Wood are working with a leading UK accountancy & advisory group who are continuing to expand their Tax function in East London, and are now looking to recruit a Mixed Tax Compliance Manager.

This firm supports the SME market with a full service offering including Audit, Accounts & Advisory, Tax, Payroll, Corporate Finance and Business Recovery. With a strong values-led culture and excellent internal support, the firm offers structured development, strong mentoring and genuine progression opportunities.

The firm’s Tax team is well-established and continues to grow, working closely with Partners across Audit, Accounts and Advisory. This is a fantastic opportunity for a tax professional to take ownership of a varied compliance portfolio while supporting the development of junior staff.

Role Responsibilities

Managing a mixed tax portfolio supported by Tax Seniors and Junior staff
Reviewing corporation tax and LLP income tax computations prepared by audit/accounts teams
Preparing and reviewing personal tax returns, P11Ds, ATED returns, ERS filings and EMI scheme returns
Ensuring workflow, deadlines, and quality standards are consistently met
Acting as first point of contact for clients, providing compliance support and responding to queries
Liaising with HMRC and handling enquiries as required
Supporting company secretarial related work and project-based assignments (e.g. reorganisations / share schemes)
Training, supervising and mentoring junior team members
Supporting wider team management and assisting with WIP / billing and invoicing

The Ideal Candidate

Strong experience in both personal and corporate tax
Proven ability to manage a portfolio and delegate effectively
Comfortable finalising work and liaising directly with clients
CTA preferred, however ATT / ACA / ACCA or qualified by experience candidates will be considered
Strong communication skills and a proactive, commercial approach
Good IT skills (Word and Excel essential; tax software experience beneficial)

Benefits include

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Health Cash Plan
Life Assurance
Cycle to Work scheme
Private medical insurance (available for managers and employees with 5+ years’ service)

Culture & Values My client is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment where all individuals are valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The firm values technical excellence, integrity, enthusiasm, and collegiality, providing a workplace where professionals can thrive while delivering outstanding client service.
For further information on this role please contact David Elliot at Clark Wood – david@clark-wood.co.uk / DD: +44 (0) 117 329 1058 | Mobile: +44 (0) 7358 908463
This role is ideal for candidates with relevant experience in a UK accountancy practice. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
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🆕 New 2026 | Mixed Tax Compliance Manager – East London (Hybrid) – CTA/ATT/ACA - £50,000 - £65,000