Tax Accountant

Tax Accountant (2–5 Years’ Practice Experience)

Location:

West Midlands
Salary: £25,000 – £38,000 depending on experience and qualification
Sector:
Pure UK Accountancy Practice

Build Your Tax Career in a Practice That Invests in You

This is an opportunity to join a well-established, independent accountancy and advisory firm offering full-service support across audit, tax, payroll, bookkeeping, consultancy and business growth.

The firm works with a diverse client base ranging from SMEs to larger organisations across sectors such as construction, manufacturing, retail and professional services, alongside private individuals. The culture is relationship-driven, proactive, and solutions-focused, with a strong emphasis on high-quality advice, integrity and long-term client partnerships.

Employees benefit from varied work, modern systems, ongoing professional development, and a genuinely supportive environment where people are encouraged to build long-term careers.

The Role

As a Tax Accountant, you will work closely with experienced colleagues and gain hands-on exposure across both corporation tax and personal tax within a pure practice environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

* Preparing corporation tax and self-assessment tax returns for a varied client base

* Supporting personal tax compliance for individuals and owner-managed businesses

* Assisting with VAT compliance and advisory work

* Supporting P11D and PAYE Settlement Agreement processes

* Liaising with HMRC where required

* Developing your technical knowledge and contributing to high-quality client service

What They’re Looking For

* 2–5 years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice (essential)

* Minimum 2 years’ experience in both corporation tax and personal tax

* AAT qualified or ACA / ACCA / CTA part-qualified

* Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines

* Experience using tax and accounting software such as IRIS, CCH, Sage and/or Xero

* A positive, proactive approach and a genuine interest in developing a long-term tax career

Candidates from industry-only or in-house tax backgrounds will not be considered.

What You’ll Get in Return

* Salary £25,000 – £38,000, depending on experience and qualification

* Study support and paid study leave

* 23 days holiday + bank holidays

* Supportive team culture with clear development and progression

Why Apply?

This is a role where you’ll gain broad tax experience, work with a wide range of clients, and be supported by a team that values quality, learning and long-term progression.

If you’re looking to grow your tax career within a respected accountancy practice, this is an opportunity worth exploring