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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:
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Managing and reviewing corporation tax and self-assessment tax returns
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Providing tax planning and advisory support, identifying opportunities for tax efficiency
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Managing tax compliance processes, ensuring accuracy and timely submission
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Handling HMRC enquiries and liaising directly with tax authorities
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Supporting VAT compliance and advisory work, including registrations and queries
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Preparing and reviewing P11D and PAYE Settlement Agreements
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Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of tax legislation and sharing insights with the team
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Supporting and mentoring junior team members as appropriate
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Contributing to the ongoing growth and development of the tax department
What They’re Looking For
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6+ years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice (essential)
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Strong experience across corporation tax and personal tax
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AAT qualified or ACA / ACCA / CTA qualified or part-qualified
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Ability to manage clients, deadlines and workloads independently
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Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
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Experience using tax and accounting software such as IRIS, CCH, Sage and/or Xero
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Confident communicator with strong client relationship skills
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You must have at least 4 years UK Practice experience
This role is practice-only — candidates from industry or in-house tax backgrounds will not be considered.
What You’ll Get in Return
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Salary up to £55,000, depending on experience and qualification
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23 days holiday + bank holidays
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Study support available if still completing qualifications
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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