Tax Senior

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Retail discounts

On-site parking

Team events

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD in Birmingham seeks an experienced Tax Senior to lead a mixed tax portfolio for corporate and personal clients. You will supervise compliance, handle complex tax computations, and provide advisory support in collaboration with Partners.

Key duties include reviewing junior staff work, maintaining client relationships, and staying abreast of UK tax changes to identify planning opportunities. Hybrid working is available.

Qualifications

• ATT, CTA, ACA or ACCA qualified; or substantial QBE in tax practice.
• Experience in a professional practice or tax environment.
• Strong knowledge of Personal and Corporate Tax, or a mixed portfolio.
• Up-to-date UK tax legislation and reporting requirements.
• Experience using tax software such as Iris or similar.
• Experience managing client portfolios and serving as a key contact.

Responsibilities

• Managing a diverse portfolio of corporate and personal tax compliance clients.
• Preparing and reviewing Self-Assessment returns, corporate tax computations, and CT600s.
• Reviewing junior team members' tax returns for accuracy.
• Acting as primary senior client contact, delivering proactive tax support.
• Assisting partners with technical advisory work, e.g., CGT and restructures.
• Handling HMRC correspondence and meeting key filing deadlines.
• Coaching and guiding junior staff on tax matters.

Skills

Tax compliance

Corporate tax

Personal tax

Tax advisory

Client management

Education

ATT/CTA/ACA/ACCA qualified

Tools

Iris

Job description

Tax Senior

Location: Birmingham

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Working Pattern: Flexible / Hybrid working - 3 Days from home

About the Role

An established and growing independent accountancy firm based in Birmingham, is looking to recruit an experienced Tax Senior to join its dedicated tax department. This is a key position within the firm, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to manage a varied portfolio of corporate and personal tax clients, oversee compliance, and assist with technical advisory assignments. Working closely with the Partners and senior team, the role will involve high-level technical tax work, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior team members. The practice is open to candidates with a mixed background across Corporate Tax (CT) and Personal Tax, or those specialising in either area. The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining high standards of service and supporting the continued growth of the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a diverse portfolio of corporate and personal tax compliance clients.
• Preparing and reviewing complex Self-Assessment tax returns, corporate tax computations, and CT600 submissions.
• Reviewing tax returns completed by junior team members and apprentices, ensuring high standards of accuracy.
• Acting as a primary senior point of contact for clients, delivering proactive tax support and advice.
• Assisting Partners with technical advisory work, including capital gains tax, estate planning, and corporate restructures.
• Managing HMRC correspondence, enquiries, and compliance matters on behalf of clients.
• Monitoring workflow and ensuring all key statutory tax filing deadlines are met.
• Providing guidance, coaching, and technical support to junior staff and apprentices.
• Keeping up to date with changing UK tax legislation to identify tax planning opportunities for clients.

Requirements & Experience

• ATT, CTA, ACA, or ACCA qualified; experienced QBE (Qualified by Experience) candidates with substantial tax practice experience will also be considered.
• Proven track record working within an accountancy practice or specialist tax environment.
• Strong technical knowledge across Personal Tax, Corporate Tax, or a mixed tax portfolio.
• Up-to-date understanding of UK tax legislation and reporting regulations.
• Experience using practice software and tax preparation systems (e.g., Iris or similar).
• Prior experience managing client portfolios and serving as a key point of contact.
• Experience reviewing tax returns and supporting junior colleagues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical tax matters clearly.
• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience and professional qualifications.
• Full-time, permanent position offering long-term stability.
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
• Flexible hours and hybrid working options (managed within the team).
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with Royal London.
• BHSF healthcare cash plan and RISE mental health wellbeing support package.
• Employee retail discount perks.
• On-site parking facilities in Edgbaston.
• Annual firm-wide team building days and social events.
• Clear opportunities for ongoing career development and progression.