Tax Senior

Founded in 2001 by Andy Moore, Moore Scarrott is an innovative and progressive firm of Chartered Accountants and Tax Advisors based in Somerset, with a national client presence from Cornwall to Scotland. It is a place where staff at all levels are expected to have first class skills in serving clients, pre-empting their needs and being truly creative in helping and exceeding their expectations.

Due to our continued success and growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious, motivated and dynamic Tax Professional to join our Personal Tax Team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Tax Manager with the preparation of tax returns, P11d’s, as well as Income & Expenditure accounts and rental accounts. The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in tax, alongside previous experience working within a tax or accountancy role. A professional qualification such as the ATT, CTA, ACA or ACCA is required for this position, however a part qualified status will be also considered.

The role demands the successful candidate to possess a meticulous nature in order to ensure all work is accurate, together with strong communication and organisational skills. Flexibility will also be required in order to accommodate busy periods of the year.

• Preparation of self-assessment Tax Returns and calculating tax liabilities.
• Preparation of forms P11’ds.
• Preparation of Income and Expenditure accounts and rental accounts.
• Liaising directly with clients as required.
• Assisting the Tax Manager as and when required on matters such as HMRC investigations and one off assignments such as capital allowance reviews.
• Liaising with HMRC in respect of various client matters.
• Liaising with external parties including solicitors, other accountants and IFA’s.
• Future tax planning for high net-worth individuals.
• The role will have a focus on compliance and advisory.

ATT, CTA, ACA or ACCA qualification (or equivalent).

• 2 years previous experience within a tax or accountancy role.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in order to relay complex taxation issues in a straightforward manner.
• An up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation.
• Excellent organisational and attention to detail skills.
• A meticulous nature in order to ensure all work is accurate.
• IT literate.

Moore Scarrott believes in a culture where strong performance is recognised and rewarded, and as such, reviews the performance and salaries every 12 months. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer a range of other benefits depending on your role

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