Accounts and Tax Senior

TC Group; Stanley; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working after probation

Pension scheme

Group life assurance (4x salary)

Birthday day off

Additional holiday days

Employee Assistance Programme

Discount platform with deals

Job summary

TC Group is expanding and seeks an Accounts and Tax Senior to join our Stanley or Ferryhill team. This role will manage client portfolios, prepare accounts and tax returns, and support junior staff while delivering high-quality service.

The position offers a hybrid working pattern, 35 hours per week, and a competitive salary based on experience. AAT/ATT or equivalent qualifications are preferred, with strong client communication skills valued.

Qualifications

• AAT and/or ATT qualified, or qualified by relevant experience.
• 3+ years' accountancy practice experience preferred.
• Experience preparing accounts and tax returns.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Prepare corporation tax computations and returns, and personal tax returns.
• Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring work is completed accurately and on time.
• Identify issues, resolve queries and build client relationships.
• Mentor junior team members and collaborate with accounts and tax teams.
• Communicate with clients to obtain information and provide updates.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Proactive problem solving

Education

AAT/ATT qualification or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

CCH

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Job Advert

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Working Pattern: Hybrid and flexible working available following probationary period
Holiday: 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays), increasing with service up to an additional 5 days

Join a Top 20 Accountancy Firm That's Growing Fast

At TC Group, we're more than accountants. We're trusted business advisors helping ambitious entrepreneurs, SMEs and larger organisations achieve their goals.

As one of the UK's fastest-growing Top 20 accountancy firms, we're proud of our people-first culture, our collaborative approach and our commitment to helping both our clients and our colleagues succeed.

We're looking for a talented Accounts and Tax Senior to join our Stanley or Ferryhill team. If you're looking for a role where your ideas are valued, your development is supported and your contribution genuinely makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

As an Accounts and Tax Senior, you'll play a key role in supporting a growing portfolio of clients across both accounts and tax. This newly created position offers the opportunity to take ownership of a varied workload, preparing accounts and tax assignments to a review-ready standard while building strong relationships with clients and colleagues. Working as part of a supportive and collaborative team, you'll have the chance to develop your technical expertise across both disciplines, take on increasing responsibility and progress your career as the business continues to grow.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Preparing and reviewing sole trader, partnership and limited company accounts
• Preparing corporation tax computations and returns, together with personal tax returns.
• Managing a portfolio of clients, ensuring work is completed accurately and deadlines are met.
• Identifying technical issues, resolving client queries and building strong client relationships.
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members while working closely with colleagues across the accounts and tax teams.
• Proactively communicating with clients to obtain information and provide updates

What We’re Looking For

• AAT and/or ATT qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by relevant experience.
• Ideally 3+ years' accountancy practice experience, with the ability to prepare accounts and tax returns to a review-ready standard.
• Experience preparing accounts, personal tax returns and corporation tax returns.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail, written communication and numerical skills.
• Confidence communicating with clients and colleagues, both in writing and by telephone.
• A proactive approach to resolving queries, identifying issues and progressing work independently.
• Competent Microsoft Office skills and experience using accounting and/or tax software; experience with CCH, Xero, QuickBooks or Sage would be advantageous.
• A commitment to professional development, maintaining high standards of integrity and contributing positively to the wider team.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who shares our values, enjoys working collaboratively and is passionate about delivering great results.

Why Join TC Group?

We understand that choosing your next career move is about more than just a job title.

At TC Group you'll find:

• A supportive and collaborative culture
• Opportunities for career progression within a fast-growing business
• Ongoing learning, professional development and qualification support
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• A business that values innovation, individuality and fresh ideas
• The chance to work with ambitious clients and talented colleagues across the UK

Our Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working after probation – 80:20 split
• Pension scheme
• Group life assurance (4x salary)
• Birthday day off
• Opportunity to sell and purchase additional holiday days
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform with discounts, cashback, GP and prescription services
• Employee referral bonus
• Social events and team activities
• Free parking
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Department

Tax

Contract type

Permanent

Hours

35 hours, Monday to Friday

Salary

Competitive, depending on experience