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Tax compliance manager

Specialism: Taxation

What is a tax compliance manager and what do they do?

Tax compliance is the degree to which a taxpayer complies (or does not comply) with the tax rules of their country – for example, by declaring income, filing a tax return and paying the tax due in a timely manner. Tax compliance will either relate to corporate tax or personal tax. This work is primarily carried out by tax analysts.

A tax compliance manager is more senior than the analyst and manages a team of tax compliance analysts. They are the main contact for the clients or partners in a company, and will additionally develop and implement strategies based on knowledge of tax compliance regulations, as well as reviewing work completed by their analyst team.

In-house roles in tax compliance for a company are also common, where the focus is solely on the employer’s internal and external requirements for tax reporting.

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Continuing professional development at ACCA

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We deliver a wide range of CPD resources tailored to different areas of expertise - and an ever-changing profession. Our, and your, commitment to quality CPD ensures you will have the most up-to-date skills to perform at the highest standard.

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Tax pick 'n' mix bundle

Stay up to date with these top tips for accountants from tax experts. Work your way through the scenarios deciding what best to do and find out what the experts would do, too.

The courses within this bundle are specific to the UK only.

Create your pick 'n' mix bundle from a range of bestselling tax courses (specific to the UK only):

2023-24 update: UK tax
2022-23 update: finance act 2022
corporation tax: refresher and update (UK only)
current pensions and finance issues
employment and payroll taxes
expenses and benefits
making tax digital
national insurance contributions
property taxes
self-assessment for individuals.

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Further qualification

ADIT (Advanced Diploma in International Taxation)

This is a fantastic opportunity for ACCA members to prove their expertise in international tax and gain a specialist qualification from the Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT), one of the world's most respected professional bodies. The ADIT (Advanced Diploma in International Taxation) is particularly relevant to qualified accountants with a tax background who are looking to specialise further in international tax.

globally recognised – valued by firms and organisations in industries and sectors around the world, ADIT is acknowledged globally as the leading qualification of its type.
challenging and rigorous – ADIT is an indicator of your quality and status, enabling you to differentiate yourself from your peers by demonstrating your commitment, expertise and employability.
enhanced employability – ADIT is a unique differentiator on your CV, marking you out as an international tax expert and enabling you to join the CIOT as an international tax affiliate for further career benefits.

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