Tax Accountant

Tax Accountant – Private Client Portfolio

Location: Central Birmingham
Salary: £40,000 per annum, depending on experience
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

An established accountancy practice in Birmingham is looking to appoint an experienced Tax Accountant – Private Clients to support a varied portfolio of individuals, company directors, business owners and clients with more complex tax affairs.

This is a strong opportunity for a capable tax professional who is ready to take ownership of client work, provide technical guidance and support the continued development of a busy tax function within a professional practice environment.

The Role:

As Tax Accountant – Private Clients, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients requiring support across tax compliance, planning and advisory matters.

You will act as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring work is completed accurately, deadlines are met and a high standard of professional service is maintained. The role will also involve working closely with senior colleagues across the practice and supporting junior team members where required.

Key Responsibilities:

* Managing a varied portfolio of private clients, directors, business owners and individuals with more complex tax requirements.

* Preparing, reviewing and overseeing tax returns and associated compliance work.

* Providing advice on areas such as Capital Gains Tax, Inheritance Tax, residency and wider UK tax matters.

* Building and maintaining strong client relationships.

* Identifying planning opportunities and providing practical, commercially aware advice.

* Liaising with HMRC and handling client queries.

* Ensuring client work is completed accurately, efficiently and in line with relevant deadlines.

* Supporting junior team members with technical queries and workflow where required.

* Working closely with partners, managers and wider practice teams.

* Supporting the continued development of the firm’s tax service offering.

About You:

The successful candidate is likely to have:

* Strong tax experience gained within an accountancy practice.

* Experience working with private clients, directors, business owners or owner-managed business clients.

* A good technical understanding of UK tax legislation.

* Confidence handling client queries and advising on varied tax matters.

* Experience preparing and/or reviewing tax compliance work.

* Strong communication and client relationship skills.

* Good attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines.

* A professional, organised and commercially aware approach.

* The ability to work independently while also supporting wider team objectives.

Qualifications and Experience:

* ACA, ACCA, ATT or CTA qualification would be advantageous.

* Candidates qualified by experience will also be considered.

* Previous tax experience within accountancy practice is essential.

* Experience supporting or mentoring junior team members would be beneficial.

Benefits:

* Salary of up to £40,000 per annum, depending on experience.

* Permanent, full-time position working Monday to Friday

* High-quality, modern working environment

* Opportunity to manage a varied and interesting client portfolio.

* Long-term career development within an established chartered accountancy practice.

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced tax professional looking for a permanent Senior Tax Accountant role in Birmingham, please apply today.

Suitable candidates will be contacted with further information regarding the opportunity and next steps
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed