Senior Self-Assessment Tax Specialist

Moneywize; Civil Lines; On-site; PKR 2,000,000 - 2,750,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial advisory firm is seeking a Senior Self-Assessment Tax Specialist to manage UK personal tax returns. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in UK tax compliance and supervisory skills. This full-time role requires strong communication abilities and teamwork, with responsibilities including tax compliance, client advisory, and mentoring junior staff. The position is based in Lahore and follows UK timings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in UK Self-Assessment tax.
• 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Excellent interpersonal and client-handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accurate preparation of UK Self-Assessment tax returns.
• Serve as primary advisor for clients with complex tax situations.
• Mentor a team of tax assistants.

Skills

ACCA

CA

CIMA

Tax Compliance

Client Advisory

Team Leadership

UK Tax Regulations

Education

ACCA, CA, or CIMA equivalent

Tools

Tax software

HMRC systems

Job description

Senior Self-Assessment Tax Specialist

Location: Lahore

Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent

Experience Level: Senior (5+ years)

Salary: PKR 250,000–350,000, based on demonstrated expertise and relevant senior-level experience.

Certification Preferred: ACCA, CA or CIMA/ Masters

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Self-Assessment Tax Specialist to lead the end-to-end management of UK personal tax returns. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong command of HMRC regulations, proven leadership capabilities, and a client-centric approach. You will oversee compliance, mentor junior staff, and serve as a strategic advisor to clients with complex tax profiles.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Review

• Oversee accurate and timely preparation of UK Self-Assessment tax returns
• Review submissions prepared by junior staff for HMRC compliance
• Identify discrepancies, missing data, and tax planning opportunities
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and respond to HMRC inquiries
• Manage the full Self-Assessment lifecycle from data collection to liability communication

Client Advisory & Relationship Management

• Serve as primary advisor for clients with multifaceted tax situations
• Provide tailored guidance on income, dividends, rental income, capital gains, pensions, and foreign income
• Resolve client queries professionally and efficiently
• Monitor deadlines and proactively engage clients for timely submissions

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and mentor a team of tax assistants and junior staff
• Allocate workloads and ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Deliver training to enhance technical knowledge and software proficiency
• Foster a high-performance, client-focused culture

Process Optimization & Reporting

• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline tax workflows
• Maintain internal dashboards to monitor submission status and team KPIs
• Stay updated on UK tax legislation and ensure team-wide compliance

Qualifications & Skills

Certification: ACCA,CA,CIMA or equivalent (preferred)

Experience: Minimum 5 years in UK Self-Assessment tax; 2+ years in a supervisory role

Technical Skills: Proficiency in tax software and HMRC systems

Communication: Excellent interpersonal and client-handling skills

Leadership: Proven ability to manage and develop high-performing teams

Compliance Knowledge: In-depth understanding of UK personal tax regulation

Available to start within a month's notice.

We strictly follow UK base timings which will be from 9am to 5:30pm BST.

Job Type: Full-time (On site).

Location: OPF Society Lahore.