The Firm

CT brings together more than 170 specialists providing a wide range of high-quality professional services. With a heritage of over 130 years working with clients, coupled with a goal for growth, CT has one of the largest tax departments outside of the big four in Scotland with a broad range of clients and a focus on delivering the best client service.

At CT the success of the business is founded on being able to recruit the best people, who share in their values and are driven to make a positive impact. As a result, CT are recognised as a market leader and a firm that creates real and lasting value for their clients. The business is proud to provide their people with opportunities to drive change and make a difference, making for a dynamic and motivated team.

Tax is the leading service line within CT and has achieved continual growth in revenue through exceptional client care and staff numbers through investment in their people. The firm’s extensive client base provides a wide variety of opportunities to further your career working with some of the most exciting businesses operating in the Scottish market, as well as further afield.

CT’s independence is pivotal in maintaining a firm which is dynamic, progressive and responsive to change. Whilst the firm has an established reputation for delivering a premium, client-centric service, a passion for continual innovation continues to drive the business forward. This is an incredibly exciting time to join a highly motivated and forward looking firm.

The firm takes pride in a diverse and inclusive culture, supporting and encouraging all individuals to reach their full potential. The firm offers a highly flexible working environment and have adapted their working practices to reflect this. CT are proud to have a dynamic working model which gives their people genuine flexibility around where they work – they trust their people to work where they work best. This could be at home, in the office or a combination of the two.

The main duties at Manager level include:

• Responsibility for day-to -day delivery of exceptional client care
• Overseeing a portfolio of clients to deliver both compliance and advisory work according to budget and deadlines
• Reviewing corporation tax compliance work, tax accounting figures & disclosures, and assisting junior members with technical queries
• Providing ad hoc tax advice and communicating with clients thereon
• Providing technical tax advice on specialist advisory projects, leading these projects in most cases. Examples of recent advisory projects undertaken include demergers, refinancing, restructuring, due diligence, capital allowance reports, overseas tax matters, property transactions, amongst others
• Acting as a skilled people manager who can coach and develop a team
• Identifying and managing areas of risk for clients and the firm
• Building strong client relationships and active involvement with business development activities
• Identifying opportunities for clients and for other disciplines to expand the scope and value of our services
• Liaising with colleagues across the firm to provide a co-ordinated service to clients
• Managing fee aspects of the client engagement and handling due diligence client take on procedures
• Monitoring budgets, driving profitability, and raising issues at the appropriate level
• Department management matters

Individual

We are looking for skilled and enthusiastic professionals with the following:

• Expertise in corporate tax matters and a proven track record of working with SME clients is desirable
• CTA, ATT or CA qualified or qualified by relevant experience
• An excellent understanding of the tax legislation and the ability to explain technical issues effectively to clients and colleagues
• Commercial awareness with a view to optimising tax planning for clients
• A proactive approach to managing staff and projects, including a willingness to take responsibility and suggest solutions to problems encountered
• Business development skills and ability to build effective client relationships
• Problem solving skills and the ability to take responsibility to drive completion of projects
• Motivated and committed to continuously developing technical, commercial and client relationship skills
• Effective time manager who can organise and delegate work efficiently to deliver on time and in budget
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and good IT skills

CT utilise a ‘Your Choice’ benefits package that allows you to pick and choose benefits to suit your lifestyle. These include areas like commuting, health & wellbeing, holidays and training. Below details a few basic specifics. Please reach out to Fraser for further information.

Basic Salary: £Competitive + bonus

Company Pension: 4% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution

Holiday Entitlement: Starting at 36 days with option to buy and sell holidays

Benefits examples: Life assurance, Bike2Work scheme, wellbeing services

For more information on remuneration and for a confidential discussion, please contact Fraser Burnett at Rutherford Cross.

Contact details are as follows:

T: 07557 020 722 or E: [email protected]