Chartered Accountant - Senior Associate

TN United Kingdom; Horley; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Horley is seeking a Senior Chartered Accountant to join their Tax Trusts & Compliance team. This role involves managing corporate client workflows, preparing tax returns, and advising clients on tax strategies. The ideal candidate will hold a Chartered Accountant qualification and have experience in managing company accounts. The company offers a flexible working environment and a range of benefits including generous holidays and a commitment to well-being.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Generous and flexible pension schemes

Two volunteering days per year

Westfield Health membership

Well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing company accounts and corporation tax is essential.
• Experience with personal tax and Family Investment Companies is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prepare company accounts, corporation tax returns, VAT returns, and payroll.
• Advise clients on tax issues and strategies to minimise liabilities.

Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Chartered Accountant qualification (ACA or ACCA)

Tools

Word

Excel

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Horley, United Kingdom

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

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Your Role and What You'll Be Doing

Our Tax Trusts & Compliance team specialise in helping clients navigate the complexities of UK and international tax legislation. They provide comprehensive services including the preparation and submission of personal, corporate, and trust tax returns, as well as VAT and ATED returns. The team is currently looking for a Senior Chartered Accountant to join in Chichester (with hybrid working available).

This role will focus on managing the workflow for corporate clients while supporting the wider team with personal tax clients as needed. Responsibilities include:

1. Manage and prepare company accounts, corporation tax returns, VAT returns, and payroll.
2. Assist the Tax, Trusts, and Compliance team with personal tax clients, including reviewing tax returns for junior team members and managing a portfolio of self-assessment tax returns, depending on experience.
3. Engage with sports clients, handling image rights companies and personal tax returns.
4. Lead the implementation of upcoming changes to the tax system (Making Tax Digital) effective April 2026.
5. Advise clients on tax issues and strategies to minimise liabilities.
6. Research, analyse, and interpret tax legislation to ensure accurate returns and advice.

About You

• Chartered Accountant qualification (ACA or ACCA)
• Proven experience in managing company accounts and corporation tax is essential
• Experience with personal tax, Family Investment Companies, and sports clients is helpful but not essential; if no personal tax experience, the role may be part-time
• Proficiency in Word and Excel
• Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy

Our Benefits - What We Can Offer You

• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays; option to buy up to 35 extra hours
• Generous and flexible pension schemes
• Two volunteering days per year for a cause of your choice (fully paid)
• Westfield Health membership, including refunds on medical services and digital GP services
• Well-being initiatives, flexible hybrid working options, ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing 2024
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, social responsibility, and environmental sustainability