Senior Tax Advisor

Senior Tax Advisor - Firm of Accountants - Coventry

We are recruiting for a dynamic and forward thinking firm of accountants in Coventry who are looking to recruit a Senior Tax Advisor.

Overview

To oversee the timely and effective completion of tax projects such as corporate reorganisations, employee share incentives and incorporations etc. Implementing agreed strategies to reduce tax liabilities, whilst identifying further tax mitigation opportunities. Developing detailed project plans with clear timelines and deliverables, whilst also reviewing detailed tax analysis of projects being completed by other members within the team, to ensure strict adherence to current tax legislation and ethical standards. Maintain strong client relationships by providing strategic tax advice and clear communication throughout each project’s lifecycle.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Oversee and assist with the preparation of a detailed project plan for each restructure
• Oversee and assist with the completion of a project including, but not limited to, instructing solicitors, completion of relevant HMRC filings, and regular clear communication with the project stakeholders
• Prepare steps plan and comprehensive tax analysis for projects, clearly documenting the different tax implications of the steps involved with reference to the appropriate legislation and case law, including the filings and deadlines required by HMRC and/or other government bodies.
• Review the projects being completed by the Tax Advisers and Junior Tax Advisers, to ensure all necessary steps are followed to maintain integrity with HMRC and other associated government bodies, whilst ensuring the best outcomes are delivered for the client. This includes but is not limited to reviewing HMRC clearance applications, reviewing steps plan and completing comprehensive tax analysis.
• Contribute to a strong client relationship through positive interactions with client personnel. Provide accurate and comprehensive tax advice to clients.
• Deliver company products and services on-time (DOT) and within budget (DIB) as per internal and statutory deadlines.
• Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Offer advice and suggestions for improvements to be made.
• Support, coach and mentor Tax Advisers within the team to develop their technical knowledge.

• In conjunction with the Team Manager, conduct 1-1 and bi-annual appraisals for Tax Adviser team.

• Support junior staff with internal and external queries.
• Ensure compliance with legal, tax and accounting standards and current case law,through maintaining CPD and other training as required.

• All employees take responsibility for maximising revenue, cost saving and expenditure

Skills & Attributes required:

Fully CTA qualified

Ideally 5+ years' post-qualification experience

Prepared to adapt to our way of doing things, solutions oriented and client centric

Technical approach - deep knowledge/experience of corporate tax, works from first

principles/legislation rather than guidance/HMRC view

Benefits:

Generous base salary - £TBC subject to experience.

Company car or car allowance option (after qualifying period in the role).

Free quality lunch provided each day

30 Days Holiday (incl. bank holidays).

Flexible working hours

Profit share scheme (after qualifying period in the role)

Fully funded study package

Medical insurance (after qualifying period in the role)

Reward Lunches

Team Building days