Corporate Tax Manager - Crowe Watson Recruitment : Job Details

Crowe Watson Recruitment is delighted to be working with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Edinburgh to recruit for a Corporate Tax Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-regarded firm with a diverse client base including startups, scale-ups, tech companies, and charities, as well as large, established organisations. The role offers exposure to creative industries tax work, including theatre and film tax relief, and can be tailored to your preferences in compliance and advisory work. You’ll enjoy a modern, centrally located office space with hybrid working (typically three days in the office), and a culture that values flexibility, balance, and teamwork.

The successful candidate will join a growing and collaborative corporate tax team, working alongside a range of professionals across various levels. The wider tax department also includes specialists in personal tax, VAT, employment tax, and R&D, creating a strong environment for shared learning and cross-discipline collaboration. The firm promotes a supportive office culture, with regular social and well-being activities such as business lunches, creative workshops, and informal networking events. Workload support is built into the team’s approach, ensuring a balance of autonomy and assistance.

The role is open to individuals currently working at Assistant Manager or Manager level. You will have the chance to develop your career with a firm that places a strong emphasis on both technical development and personal well-being. Whether you’re looking for a broad generalist role or something more specialised, the firm is open to shaping the position around the right person. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

• Manage a varied corporate tax portfolio of clients from SMEs to larger organisations
• Deliver a mix of compliance and advisory work (approx. 70/30 split, or adjusted to suit)
• Liaise with clients and internal departments across tax and audit
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members
• Contribute to the positive team culture and knowledge sharing across departments

• ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified or equivalent experience
• Proven experience managing a corporate tax portfolio
• Must have a minimum of 4 years previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive attitude and willingness to get involved in firm-wide activities