Tax Senior

V3 Recruitment Ltd; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Tax Specialist in Portsmouth to handle corporate tax computations, provide planning advice, and support a client portfolio. The ideal candidate will have several years of tax experience, with CIOT or CTA qualifications preferred. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' corporate tax experience.
• A minimum of 2 years' experience in accountancy practice.
• Experience managing a client portfolio of approximately 150 clients.

Responsibilities

• Handle preparation and computation of personal and corporate tax returns.
• Develop tax planning advice and assist with HMRC inquiries.
• Monitor deadlines and prioritize workload effectively.

Skills

Corporate tax experience

Self-assessment income tax return experience

UK tax compliance knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Flexible approach to work

Education

CIOT or CTA qualified

Tools

SAGE 200

SAGE 50 Payroll

Microsoft Excel

MS O365 products

Job description

Our client is looking for a Tax Specialist to work at a location in Portsmouth

Key Responsibilities for the position include:
• Thorough knowledge and application of the Construction Industry Scheme, including deadlines and reporting requirements. • Computation and completion of personal and corporate tax returns. • Provide tax planning advice to Clients liaising with HMRC and assisting with investigations and challenges. • Review of company financials, considering any tax efficiencies arising from the normal course of business. • Monitor the department's portfolio of clients to ensure deadlines are met, including liaising with senior management to regularly communicate progress of work. • Attending client meetings and supporting Directors in resolving tax related Client issues. • Participate in relevant projects that support the delivery of the company’s goals. • Respond to business queries in a professional and timely manner. • Keep financial and non-financial information and records up to date. • Establish own priorities and organise own workload ensuring that activities are completed to specification and tight deadlines. • Develop knowledge and contribute to any tax processing issues. • Act as an effective team member helping others as requested.

Key Skills & Experience required for the position include:
• At least 3 years' corporate tax experience, including preparation of corporate tax computations. • A minimum of 2 years' self-assessment income tax return experience working with clients. • A minimum of 2 years' experience in an accountancy practice, familiarisation of charging practices. • CIOT or CTA qualified preferred • Excellent understanding of UK tax compliance, income tax, capital allowances, employment taxes, capital gains tax and benefits and planning for key deadlines/setting targets. • Run a current client portfolio of c. 150 clients. • Experience of working within a team environment, ability to work as part of a team and to support others. • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other MS O365 products including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and the web browsers. • Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to deal with clients and colleagues with courtesy, tact, and sensitivity. • A demonstrable commitment to customer care. • Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines, and a concern for order and accuracy. • Flexible approach to work, with a keenness to adapt to meet changing work requirements. • Experience using SAGE 200 and SAGE 50 Payroll an advantage. • A self-starter with a positive attitude.