Tax Assistant

REED Recruitment are actively working with a client (Accountancy Practice) based near to Sherborne / Gillingham area, North Dorset.

The Director would welcome a candidate who is keen to grow their Tax Expertise, (studying towards ATT or QBE) working in a practice firm.

On offer is a competitive salary, (Up to £40,000 depending on experience) and study support.

This is an office based position

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and submission of personal and corporate tax returns
• Support the tax team with client correspondence and HMRC communications
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and tax files
• Conduct basic tax research and assist with tax planning projects
• Liaise with clients to gather necessary information and respond to queries
• Monitor deadlines and ensure timely filing of tax documents
• Assist with VAT returns, PAYE, and other tax-related filings as required
• Stay updated on changes in tax legislation and compliance requirements

Requirements

Essential:

• Working towards ATT or Qualified by Experience
• Previous experience in a tax or accountancy practice environment
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and accounting/tax software (e.g., Sage, Xero, TaxCalc)