Tax Accountant

Job title:

Tax Accountant

Company

Hiring People

Job description

We are a well-established and reputable accounting practice seeking a highly skilled and experienced Tax Accountant to join our team. This office-based role is located in Tunbridge Wells and presents an excellent opportunity for a motivated and ambitious professional. The successful candidate will be CTA (Chartered Tax Adviser) qualified, with demonstrable expertise across a broad range of tax disciplines. Please note, possession of a CTA qualification is a mandatory requirement for this position.Main duties & responsibilities include:

• Provide expert tax advice and services across a wide range of tax areas, including but not limited to income tax, corporate tax, inheritance tax, estate planning and capital gains tax
• Assisting colleagues at all levels with tax queries on a diverse portfolio of clients, including individuals, small businesses and corporate clients
• Prepare and review tax computations, tax returns and supporting documents in line with deadlines and tax regulations
• Offer tax planning and advisory services to clients, helping them optimise their tax positions
• Research complex tax issues and provide practical, solutions-driven advice
• Liaise with HMRC on behalf of clients, responding to enquiries and resolving disputes
• Keep up-to-date with changes in tax legislation and ensure clients’ affairs are compliant with the latest tax laws
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, providing guidance on technical and procedural matters
• Restructuring corporate groups.

Key Requirements:

• CTA qualification or the ability to demonstrate a significant amount of high-level practical experience in all areas of tax
• Experience in a practice environment with strong technical knowledge in a variety of tax areas
• Excellent understanding of UK tax legislation, tax planning and compliance
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and a proactive approach

Would also be beneficial to have:

• Experience manging a portfolio of clients
• Experience in leadership and mentoring

Package:

• Salary (Market rate based on level of experience)
• Death in Service insurance (5x basic salary)
• Private Medical Insurance

How to ApplyPlease send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role to the link provided & we will be in direct contact.

Expected salary

Location

Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Job date

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 23:48:43 GMT

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