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.

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.

• 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

• 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.

• 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

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