Tax Accountant

VATAX LTD; Bradford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

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Career progression opportunities

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Job summary

VATAX LTD is seeking a Tax Accountant to support an expanding client portfolio and help with tax compliance, accounts preparation and client management.

You will handle VAT returns, assist with corporation tax and self-assessment, and perform bookkeeping using QuickBooks, Xero or Sage. The role requires good communication and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, taxation or finance-related roles.
• Experience preparing VAT returns and financial records.
• Experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero or Sage.
• Good understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Strong communication and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and submission of VAT returns.
• Assisting with corporation tax and self-assessment tax returns.
• Bookkeeping using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero or Sage.
• Preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
• Reconciling bank accounts, sales and purchase ledgers.
• Supporting payroll processing and PAYE compliance.
• Assisting with statutory accounts preparation.
• Liaising with HMRC and responding to client queries.
• Ensuring Companies House and HMRC filing deadlines are met.
• Supporting clients with general accounting and taxation matters.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Multi-client management

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Sage

Job description

We are a growing accountancy practice providing bookkeeping, accounts, VAT, payroll and taxation services to a wide range of small businesses and individuals.

We are looking for a Tax Accountant to support our expanding client portfolio and assist with tax compliance, accounts preparation and client management.

Main Duties

• Preparation and submission of VAT returns.
• Assisting with corporation tax and self‑assessment tax returns.
• Bookkeeping using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero or Sage.
• Preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
• Reconciling bank accounts, sales and purchase ledgers.
• Supporting payroll processing and PAYE compliance.
• Assisting with statutory accounts preparation.
• Liaising with HMRC and responding to client queries.
• Ensuring Companies House and HMRC filing deadlines are met.
• Supporting clients with general accounting and taxation matters.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in accounting, bookkeeping, taxation or finance-related roles.
• Good understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Experience preparing VAT returns and financial records.
• Experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage or similar.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client assignments and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Additional skills, qualifications or experience in accounting, taxation, bookkeeping, payroll, financial reporting or accountancy practice work will be advantageous but are not essential.

• Competitive salary package, dependent upon qualifications and experience
• Ongoing training and development – study support towards professional qualifications
• Career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Flexible working arrangements where appropriate.