Tax Accountant

Tax Accountant – Private Client Portfolio

Location: Central Birmingham
Salary: £40,000 per annum, depending on experience
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

An established accountancy practice in Birmingham is looking to appoint an experienced Tax Accountant – Private Clients to support a varied portfolio of individuals, company directors, business owners and clients with more complex tax affairs.

This is a strong opportunity for a capable tax professional who is ready to take ownership of client work, provide technical guidance and support the continued development of a busy tax function within a professional practice environment.

The Role:

As Tax Accountant – Private Clients, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients requiring support across tax compliance, planning and advisory matters.

You will act as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring work is completed accurately, deadlines are met and a high standard of professional service is maintained. The role will also involve working closely with senior colleagues across the practice and supporting junior team members where required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a varied portfolio of private clients, directors, business owners and individuals with more complex tax requirements.
• Preparing, reviewing and overseeing tax returns and associated compliance work.
• Providing advice on areas such as Capital Gains Tax, Inheritance Tax, residency and wider UK tax matters.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Identifying planning opportunities and providing practical, commercially aware advice.
• Liaising with HMRC and handling client queries.
• Ensuring client work is completed accurately, efficiently and in line with relevant deadlines.
• Supporting junior team members with technical queries and workflow where required.
• Working closely with partners, managers and wider practice teams.
• Supporting the continued development of the firm’s tax service offering.

About You:

The successful candidate is likely to have:

• Strong tax experience gained within an accountancy practice.
• Experience working with private clients, directors, business owners or owner-managed business clients.
• A good technical understanding of UK tax legislation.
• Confidence handling client queries and advising on varied tax matters.
• Experience preparing and/or reviewing tax compliance work.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines.
• A professional, organised and commercially aware approach.
• The ability to work independently while also supporting wider team objectives.

Qualifications and Experience:

• ACA, ACCA, ATT or CTA qualification would be advantageous.
• Candidates qualified by experience will also be considered.
• Previous tax experience within accountancy practice is essential.
• Experience supporting or mentoring junior team members would be beneficial.

Benefits:

• Salary of up to £40,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Permanent, full-time position working Monday to Friday 
• High-quality, modern working environment
• Opportunity to manage a varied and interesting client portfolio.
• Long-term career development within an established chartered accountancy practice.

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced tax professional looking for a permanent Senior Tax Accountant role in Birmingham, please apply today.

Suitable candidates will be contacted with further information regarding the opportunity and next steps.