Tax Accountant- Northallerton

Xeinadin; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Enhanced family leave policies

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Xeinadin is seeking a talented Tax professional (Semi‑Senior to Senior) to join our growing tax team in the United Kingdom. You will deliver high‑quality tax services to a varied portfolio of clients, covering personal and corporate tax and compliance requirements.

Depending on experience, you’ll mentor junior colleagues and help improve processes within a collaborative practice. The role offers clear progression opportunities within a supportive environment, with the chance to take ownership of

Qualifications

• ATT qualification or working towards this qualification.
• 2–3 years of tax experience in a practice.
• Experience preparing personal and corporate tax returns is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality tax services to a varied portfolio of clients.
• Prepare and/or review personal and corporate tax returns.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and manage tax queries.
• Support senior team members with workflows and deadlines.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to process improvements.
• Review work for accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Tax compliance

Client management

Attention to detail

Education

ATT qualification

Part-qualified / CTA pursuit

Job description

Company Description

Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re‑imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward‑thinking, close‑knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future‑focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.

Description

We are looking for a talented Tax professional to join our growing team. This role is open to both Semi‑Senior and Senior candidates, with responsibilities tailored to experience and providing clear progression opportunities.

You will play a key role in delivering high‑quality tax services to a varied portfolio of clients, supporting them in meeting their compliance obligations while building strong, trusted relationships. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your expertise within a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment.

As part of the tax team, you will contribute to the delivery of an exceptional client service while supporting the wider team in achieving key deadlines and maintaining high technical standards.

Depending on your experience, you will take on increasing ownership of client work, while mentoring junior team members and contributing to process improvements across the function.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide an excellent level of service to a portfolio of clients, consistently meeting and exceeding expectations
• Prepare and/or review personal and corporate tax returns in line with internal procedures and statutory requirements
• Ensure all client deliverables are completed accurately, on time, and within budget
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted point of contact for tax‑related queries
• Deal with tax compliance administration; checking statements of account, PAYE codes, general queries from clients
• Dividend planning for company directors
• Prepare I&E accounts
• Prepare tax returns for individuals, partnerships and trusts
• Communicate effectively with clients, delivering clear and professional advice both verbally and in writing
• Support senior team members in managing workflows, deadlines, and client expectations
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and contribute to more efficient ways of working
• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and internal standards
• Represent the firm professionally, both internally and externally, demonstrating a high standard of conduct and attitude

Additional Responsibilities (Senior Level)

• Review work prepared by junior team members, ensuring accuracy and quality
• Supervise, mentor, and support junior staff in their development
• Take greater ownership of client relationships and day‑to‑day portfolio management
• Contribute to delivering the firm’s wider vision, including innovation and continuous improvement initiatives

Key Requirements

• ATT qualified or part‑qualified or actively working towards this qualification (desirable)
• Previous experience in preparing tax returns and managing a client portfolio is advantageous
• At least 2‑3 years of experience in tax, preferably within a practice environment

Additional Requirements

• Experience working in a personal and/or corporate tax role within practice
• Strong technical knowledge with a commitment to high‑quality work
• Working towards or qualified in a relevant professional qualification (e.g. ATT, CTA, or equivalent)
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Confident communicator with a client‑focused approach
• A team player who enjoys collaborating and sharing knowledge

Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform

Flexible Benefits Platform

• Critical Illness Cover
• Cash plan
• Cycle to work
• Eye care
• Dental
• Subject to exceptions and business needs