A well-established and reputable accounting practice are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Tax Accountant to join their team in their Kent office. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and driven individual who is CTA (Chartered Tax Adviser) qualified and has experience across various tax areas.
Duties of the Finance Business Partner Role:
- 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.
Requirements of the Finance Business Partner Role:
- 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 managing a portfolio of clients.
- Experience in leadership and mentoring.
Benefits of the Finance Business Partner:
- Salary (Market rate based on level of experience)
- Death in Service insurance (5x basic salary)
- Private Medical Insurance
- 25 days holiday
- Hybrid working after the probationary period