Tax Accountant

Senior Tax Accountant (6+ Years’ Practice Experience)

Location:

West Midlands
Salary:
Up to £55,000 depending on experience and qualification
Sector:
Pure UK Accountancy Practice

A Senior Tax Role Where Your Experience Makes a Real Impact

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 and interesting work, modern systems, continuous professional development, and a supportive environment where experienced professionals are trusted, valued and encouraged to contribute to the wider success of the firm.

The Role

As a Senior Tax Accountant, you will take ownership of a mixed portfolio of corporate and personal tax clients, delivering both compliance and advisory services while working closely with partners and colleagues.

Your responsibilities will include:

* Managing and reviewing corporation tax and self-assessment tax returns

* Providing tax planning and advisory support, identifying opportunities for tax efficiency

* Managing tax compliance processes, ensuring accuracy and timely submission

* Handling HMRC enquiries and liaising directly with tax authorities

* Supporting VAT compliance and advisory work, including registrations and queries

* Preparing and reviewing P11D and PAYE Settlement Agreements

* Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of tax legislation and sharing insights with the team

* Supporting and mentoring junior team members as appropriate

* Contributing to the ongoing growth and development of the tax department

What They’re Looking For

* 6+ years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice (essential)

* Strong experience across corporation tax and personal tax

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

* Ability to manage clients, deadlines and workloads independently

* Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail

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

* Confident communicator with strong client relationship skills

This role is practice-only — candidates from industry or in-house tax backgrounds will not be considered.

What You’ll Get in Return

* Salary up to £55,000, depending on experience and qualification

* 23 days holiday + bank holidays

* Study support available if still completing qualifications

* A collaborative, professional environment with long-term career prospects

Why Apply?

This is a role where your expertise will be genuinely valued. You’ll work with a broad client base, have the opportunity to add advisory value, and play an important role in shaping the future of the tax function within a respected accountancy practice.

If you’re looking for a senior tax position that offers trust, variety and stability, this is an opportunity worth exploring