Junior Tax Accountant

Junior Tax Accountant, full-time, permanent (with full ATT/CTA study support)

Location: central Bath (Hybrid, 1-2 days from home)

A leading, highly successful independent accountancy, tax and business advisory firm based in central Bath is currently recruiting for a brand new role, Junior Tax Accountant to join their Tax team of 5.

This is a brand-new position created as a result of continued growth within the tax department and offers an excellent opportunity for someone with some existing tax experience who is looking to develop their career in a supportive and highly regarded accountancy practice.

Following successful completion of the probation period, the firm will provide ATT and CTA study support, making this a fantastic long-term career opportunity for an ambitious tax professional. With approx 20 people in the office in Bath, the firm employs 200+ people and have a network of local offices in the South West.

Key Purpose

To provide an excellent level of service whilst working with clients across a range of industry sectors, including sole-traders, partnerships, and limited companies. This role will be reporting directly to the Tax management team and you will be developing your skills, knowledge and professional studies whilst taking an active role in the day-to-day performance of the team.

Key Objectives

• Preparation of tax returns.
• Preparation of P11D forms.
• Dealing with routine HMRC correspondence.
• Dealing with routine client queries.
• Participate and support senior team members.
• Undertaking the work assigned to you in conjunction with relevant training.
• Ask questions of your colleagues and support network to understand knowledge of our systems, processes, and controls.
• Acknowledge all client correspondence in a professional manner.
• Undertake software training in core products.
• Understanding of the Firm's core hours and responsibilities.
• Use of the software and communication tools (email, telephone, Teams) to keep colleagues aware of your progress throughout the working day.
• Understand and complete the AML process for new and existing clients.
• Identify points within the records to be queried with the client and request additional information.
• Build confidence in using the communication platforms promoted by the Firm.
• Competently being able to manage your own time in context of work assigned with clear communication of progress to the management team.
• Undertake internal training courses and apprenticeship training.
• Take an active role in team meetings and discussions.
• Plan and prepare budgets for assignments, seeking assistance when further training is required.
• Learning to identify opportunities to go the extra mile for clients to exceed their client service expectations.
• Assist with administrative duties as required by the firm.
• Assist fellow colleagues and peers as required by the firm.

Benefits

• ATT and CTA study support following successful completion of probation
• Hybrid working available (typically 1-2 days per week from home)
• 37-hour working week: 7.4-hour days Monday to Thursday; 7-hour working day on Fridays
• Flexible working with core hours of 10:00am to 4:00pm
• Convenient commute via Park & Ride or train links (10-15 min walk from the station)

Ideal Candidate

• Some previous tax experience within an accountancy practice
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Motivated to study towards ATT and CTA qualifications