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In a nutshell
Step into a leadership role in Employment Tax — with a team that supports your growth.
Are you ready to take your employment tax expertise to the next level? If you thrive on solving complex challenges, enjoy working with collaborative, forward-thinking colleagues, and want to make a real impact — this is your opportunity.
We’re growing our Employment Tax team in response to strong client demand, and we’re looking for a Manager who’s ready to lead. You’ll be advising on a wide range of issues — from PAYE, NICs, and benefits-in-kind to IR35, global mobility, and strategic reward planning.
What sets us apart? A genuinely friendly and supportive team culture where your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your development is a priority. We’re committed to helping you grow — with structured career progression, mentoring, and access to exciting, high-profile client work.
If you're proactive, passionate about employment tax, and ready to take the next step in your career — we’d love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing day to day
Advising on employment tax matters (PAYE, National Insurance, CIS, expatriate tax)
Ensuring HMRC compliance and managing reporting obligations
Collaborating with HR, Finance, Legal, and external advisors
Conducting risk reviews and audits
Keeping policies up to date with evolving tax legislation
Training HR and Payroll teams on PAYE tax, National Insurance and global mobility
Supporting strategic initiatives and due diligence processes
Advising on IR35, off-payroll working, and Construction Industry Scheme compliance
Structuring tax-efficient termination payments and remuneration packages
About you
ACA, ACCA, CTA qualified (or equivalent)
Proven experience in employment tax
Strong knowledge of P11D, PSA, and UK employment tax legislation
Knowledge of Global Mobility is advantageous but not essential
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive in approach
Why work at PKF Francis Clark
As the largest firm of independent chartered accountants and business advisors in South West England, joining PKF Francis Clark brings opportunities to develop your career in a direction that interests you.
Having celebrated our centenary in 2019, we’re a team of nearly 1,000 people, based across our offices in Bristol, Exeter, Plymouth, Poole, Salisbury, Southampton, Taunton, Torquay and Truro.
Our culture is flexible and supportive, enabling you to be the best you can be. We work hard to ensure you can be yourself, develop and be part of a forward-thinking team that makes brilliant things happen. But don’t just take our word for it.
PKF Francis Clark is certified as a Great Place to Work. In 2026, we climbed nine places to 24 out of 105 large organisations on the list of the UK’s Best Workplaces.
We’re also ranked among the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women (33 out of 90 large organisations), Best Workplaces for Development (30 out of 100) and Best Workplace for Wellbeing (44 out of 100).
Workplace culture experts Great Place to Work also highlighted PKF Francis Clark as a top achiever among the UK’s Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services.
And in recognition of our outstanding training programmes for graduates, school leavers and career changers, we’ve been ranked among England’s Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers for two years running.
Whilst we’re proudly independent, PKF Francis Clark is a member of the PKF Global family of firms – together we’re the 12th largest provider of accountancy services in the UK. Being part of a global community of business advisors in 150 countries provides opportunities to expand your horizons by connecting with PKF colleagues around the world.
Your core benefits
Financial benefits:
Pension
Group life assurance - up to four times your core salary
Group income protection
Health cash plan to help cover the costs of everyday healthcare
Health & Wellbeing benefits:
Option to buy 5 extra days holiday
Counselling and support for you and your immediate family
Virtual GP for you and your immediate family
Cycle to work
Other benefits:
Medicash Extras providing you with shopping and gym discounts
Gifts for career and family milestones
One volunteering day per year to support local organisations
Emergency funding from the Francis Clark Charitable Foundation
Please note
These benefits are provided via a salary exchange and are subject to employee’s post exchange hourly rate remaining above the national minimum wage.
In a nutshell
Step into a leadership role in Employment Tax — with a team that supports your growth.
Are you ready to take your employment tax expertise to the next level? If you thrive on solving complex challenges, enjoy working with collaborative, forward-thinking colleagues, and want to make a real impact — this is your opportunity.
We’re growing our Employment Tax team in response to strong client demand, and we’re looking for a Manager who’s ready to lead. You’ll be advising on a wide range of issues — from PAYE, NICs, and benefits-in-kind to IR35, global mobility, and strategic reward planning.
What sets us apart? A genuinely friendly and supportive team culture where your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your development is a priority. We’re committed to helping you grow — with structured career progression, mentoring, and access to exciting, high-profile client work.
If you're proactive, passionate about employment tax, and ready to take the next step in your career — we’d love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing day to day
Advising on employment tax matters (PAYE, National Insurance, CIS, expatriate tax)
Ensuring HMRC compliance and managing reporting obligations
Collaborating with HR, Finance, Legal, and external advisors
Conducting risk reviews and audits
Keeping policies up to date with evolving tax legislation
Training HR and Payroll teams on PAYE tax, National Insurance and global mobility
Supporting strategic initiatives and due diligence processes
Advising on IR35, off-payroll working, and Construction Industry Scheme compliance
Structuring tax-efficient termination payments and remuneration packages
About you
ACA, ACCA, CTA qualified (or equivalent)
Proven experience in employment tax
Strong knowledge of P11D, PSA, and UK employment tax legislation
Knowledge of Global Mobility is advantageous but not essential
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive in approach
Why work at PKF Francis Clark
As the largest firm of independent chartered accountants and business advisors in South West England, joining PKF Francis Clark brings opportunities to develop your career in a direction that interests you.
Having celebrated our centenary in 2019, we’re a team of nearly 1,000 people, based across our offices in Bristol, Exeter, Plymouth, Poole, Salisbury, Southampton, Taunton, Torquay and Truro.
Our culture is flexible and supportive, enabling you to be the best you can be. We work hard to ensure you can be yourself, develop and be part of a forward-thinking team that makes brilliant things happen. But don’t just take our word for it.
PKF Francis Clark is certified as a Great Place to Work. In 2026, we climbed nine places to 24 out of 105 large organisations on the list of the UK’s Best Workplaces.
We’re also ranked among the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women (33 out of 90 large organisations), Best Workplaces for Development (30 out of 100) and Best Workplace for Wellbeing (44 out of 100).
Workplace culture experts Great Place to Work also highlighted PKF Francis Clark as a top achiever among the UK’s Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services.
And in recognition of our outstanding training programmes for graduates, school leavers and career changers, we’ve been ranked among England’s Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers for two years running.
Whilst we’re proudly independent, PKF Francis Clark is a member of the PKF Global family of firms – together we’re the 12th largest provider of accountancy services in the UK. Being part of a global community of business advisors in 150 countries provides opportunities to expand your horizons by connecting with PKF colleagues around the world.
Your core benefits
Financial benefits:
Pension
Group life assurance - up to four times your core salary
Group income protection
Health cash plan to help cover the costs of everyday healthcare
Health & Wellbeing benefits:
Option to buy 5 extra days holiday
Counselling and support for you and your immediate family
Virtual GP for you and your immediate family
Cycle to work
Other benefits:
Medicash Extras providing you with shopping and gym discounts
Gifts for career and family milestones
One volunteering day per year to support local organisations
Emergency funding from the Francis Clark Charitable Foundation
Please note
These benefits are provided via a salary exchange and are subject to employee’s post exchange hourly rate remaining above the national minimum wage.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Employment Tax Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Bristol offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.