Tax Assistant - Senior

BACK HOME BAND; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000

Job description

Are you an experienced Tax professional looking for a small but growing practice? Our client is a family-friendly practice seeking an experienced team member to support their tax compliance work. If this sounds like you, apply today!

Our Client
Our Client is a small and successful accountancy firm which was set up in 2008 by an industry Tax expert. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced tax assistant to support tax compliance work.

The Role
The role is very varied, and the successful candidate will be excited about working in a growing company. It is hoped that this position will develop, so a candidate with drive and who is keen to take on responsibility would be ideal for the role. Core responsibilities include the annual compliance for a personal tax portfolio of clients (sole traders, buy to let landlords, HNW entrepreneurs, and non-doms). Potentially there is scope for ad hoc advice around Employee Share Schemes, Capital Gains issues (including marital dispute), and Family Trusts.

The Candidate

• Ideally, you will be a qualified tax professional (minimum ATT), although QBE will be considered.
• Proven experience in a similar role in practice.
• Exceptionally strong written, numerical, and verbal communication skills.
• A keen problem-solver with the ability and willingness to take ownership & resolve issues.
• Have the ability to be flexible and to thrive in a hardworking team.
• Be results-driven and highly motivated.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong, professional working relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Have experience in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Have high integrity and openness combined with commitment to good governance.
• Excited to be part of a fast-growing team.
• Team-player and self-starter with an enthusiastic and positive outlook.
• Methodical and organised approach to work with exceptional attention to detail.

Terms

• The role is seeking a minimum of 20 hrs/wk up to full-time. Please indicate your preferred working hours and pattern on application.
• A salary of up to £40K FTE* is on offer depending on experience.
• The role is based in their Milton Keynes office with occasional opportunities to work from home.

If you would like to use your taxation skills in a growing, supportive practice, please apply today.
*full time equivalent – actual salary will depend on hours worked.