Accounts and Tax Assistant Manager

Old Mill; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Holiday Allowance

Celebrate Your Birthday

Flexible Working

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing Professional Development

Perks and Discounts

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in England is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to join its Rural Team. This role centers on tax-specific work for rural businesses, supporting advisers with compliance and reporting. The ideal candidate should have a solid accountancy background, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for enhancing the client experience. Enjoy benefits like a generous holiday allowance, flexible working arrangements, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Solid accountancy background, experienced in tax aspects.
• A passion for supporting rural clients and achieving their goals.
• Experience in a similar role within a practice environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax-specific work within the rural portfolio.
• Support Rural Advisers with tax reports and compliance.
• Review and oversee tax returns and accounts.
• Identify opportunities for practical tax solutions.
• Build relationships with rural clients and provide guidance.

Skills

Tax expertise

Excellent communication skills

Relationship building

Accountancy background

Ability to manage multiple accounts

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Rural Accountant with a focus on tax to join our Rural Team as an Assistant Manager, supporting our Senior Rural Advisers with a diverse and growing portfolio of rural businesses.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax-specific work within the wider rural portfolio, collaborating closely with the Rural Advisers and liaising with the Tax Team to ensure the effective delivery of tax services while enhancing the overall client experience
• Work closely with the Rural Advisers and the wider Rural Team to address the unique tax needs of rural businesses, ensuring deadlines and compliance requirements are met
• Support the Rural Advisers in preparing tax-related reports, accounts, and non-compliance work, alleviating their workload and ensuring seamless client service
• Review and oversee the preparation of tax returns and accounts, focusing on delivering accurate, timely, and tailored advice to rural clients
• Proactively identify opportunities to add value to rural businesses, offering practical tax solutions and collaborating with specialists within the firm where necessary
• Build strong, long-term relationships with your rural clients, providing them with expert guidance on both tax and broader accountancy matters

This role offers a fantastic opportunity for an accountant with a passion for the rural sector and tax expertise. While prior rural experience is beneficial, what matters most is your drive to support our rural clients and help them achieve their goals.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a solid accountancy background, with experience handling the tax aspects of client work.

You will also have excellent communication skills to build strong relationships with rural clients and colleagues. Previous experience in a similar role within a practice environment is essential, along with the ability to manage multiple client accounts and deadlines effectively.

About Us

At Old Mill, we believe that respect, trust, and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. With a team of over 350 professionals, we combine the close-knit culture of a local firm with the capabilities of a much larger organisation. We create a positive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and be part of something meaningful.

Our open-minded and passionate culture means we embrace challenges, continually seek improvement, and celebrate the diversity of ideas. Whether you're collaborating with colleagues or working directly with our clients, you'll be empowered to make a real impact.

We take pride in fostering a supportive, inclusive environment that values professional growth, flexible working, and individual wellbeing. Old Mill is a place where you can build a fulfilling career, backed by strong values and a culture of continuous learning.

Benefits

• Generous Holiday Allowance - 26 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days
• Celebrate Your Birthday - Enjoy an extra day off to celebrate
• Flexible Working - Our hybrid model allows for 3 days a week in the office, providing a great work-life balance
• Employee Assistance Programme - Free, confidential support available 24/7 for your mental, physical, and financial wellbeing
• Ongoing Professional Development - Full funding for professional qualifications and continuous learning opportunities to support your career progression
• Perks and Discounts - Access to exclusive employee discounts on a range of products and services

Piqued your interest? We'd love to chat! For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Emma Coleman at [e-mail].