Accounts and Tax Assistant

Description

An excellent job opportunity has arisen at an established accountancy firm in Leicester who are looking to hire an Accounts and Tax Assistant to join their expanding team. The firm can offer long-term progression, professional development, plus market-leading pay and benefits.

You will manage a varied portfolio of clients including individuals, sole traders, partnerships, landlords and high-net-worth individuals, providing high-quality compliance and personal tax planning services.

This is a broad and rewarding role covering personal tax, bookkeeping, VAT, sole trader and partnership accounts, and advisory work. You will also work closely with the Director to plan and prepare for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD ITSA), assist with ad-hoc tax matters and reports, and engage directly with clients to ensure they remain fully compliant and well supported.

Benefits:

Competitive salaryPerformance related bonus28 days annual leaveCompany pension schemeHealth assured employee well-being serviceExcellent personal development programmes to support career growth opportunitiesStructured development as well as on the job practical trainingWorking and learning directly from DirectorsAbility to progress all the way to the top!Tea, coffee, and snacks provided dailyA supportive team environment, where your contribution is genuinely valuedFree parking.

Responsibilities:

Tax Compliance & Advisory

Prepare and review self-assessment tax returns for individuals, sole traders, and partnershipsManage clients with property rental income, including UK and overseas portfoliosAdvise on Capital Gains Tax and available reliefsHandle residence, domicile, and foreign income cases, including double taxation relief claimsProvide personal tax planning advice to optimise clients tax positionsManage Let Property Campaign and Digital Disclosure Service submissionsProvide tax-efficient planning advice for high-net-worth clientsLiaise directly with HMRC on behalf of clientsAccounts, Bookkeeping & VAT

Prepare sole trader and partnership accounts from bookkeeping recordsReview and file VAT returns, ensuring MTD complianceSupport clients using Xero and Dext, ensuring accuracy and efficiencyClient Management & Director Support

Work closely with the Director to develop and implement strategies for MTD ITSA readinessAssist the Director with ad-hoc tax matters, technical research, and report preparationEngage proactively with clients to explain requirements and keep them compliant with HMRC regulationsBuild strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor to small business and personal tax clientsConfidently engage with clients to offer advice, solutions, and directionManage your own workload and meet deadlines without compromising quality

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