Overview
At S&W, we help our clients thrive by simplifying the complex, illuminating new paths, and shaping solutions that make a difference. As one of the UKs top 10 fastest-growing accountancy firms, we have been a trusted partner since 1881helping businesses and individuals meet challenges and seize opportunities across generations. Built on expertise and driven by ambition, we provide a comprehensive range of services, including tax and accountancy, advisory and assurance, corporate finance, and restructuring. We are defined by our purposeo help navigate challenges, unlock potential, and achieve the extraordinary.
Job Purpose
This role will provide tax compliance and advisory services for a wide range of business clients. The primary responsibility will be to manage a portfolio of clients. You will also provide assistance to Directors/Partners in both client work and in the management of the group. You will be involved in special assignments and advisory projects on an ad hoc basis. A key part of the role requires the individual to actively seek, and keep the Partner informed about any new business opportunities arising at existing and new clients.
Key Responsibilities
* Client work
* Undertake 'ad-hoc' consultancy work
* Manage portfolio of complex cases, both advisory and compliance
* Give exceptional client service and be responsible for maintaining regular contact with client team
* Need to keep up to date technically
* Budgeting and monitoring compliance fees
* Staff Management and Development
* Liaison with Partners
* Appraisals/monitor staff performance
* On the job training/mentoring for junior staff on a one-to-one basis, including technical and procedural matters
* Dealing with staff questions
* Compliance
* Ensuring procedures are followed taking account of institute and HMRC guidance, where relevant
* Ensuring department KPIs are met around billing and recovery targets
* Personal Development (Technical & Other)
* Reading; internal meetings; internal and external seminars and courses
* Awareness/interest in what other parts of the firm can do, to encourage cross-referrals
* Practice Development
* Assist partners marketing activities/approaches
Skills, Experience & Qualifications
* Significant corporate tax experience gained within the profession and or industry Required
* Technically capable tax adviser who is able to assist in complex client work Required
* Demonstrable experience of managing people Required
* Appetite to grow business development skills Required
* Strong IT skills Required
Professional Qualifications And Education
* Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CA) and/or tax advisor (CTA) or international equivalent.
Key Competencies
* Client focus - ability to deliver consistently excellent client service.
* Commercial awareness - delivers value to client and team profitability.
* Teamwork - organises and supports others.
* Good communicator - both written and oral.
* Problem solving - positive attitude to solving problems and deliver outcomes.
Additional Information
As a colleague here at S&W you will have access to benefits that include
* Competitive salary
* Private medical insurance
* Life assurance
* Pension contribution
* Hybrid working model (role dependent)
* Generous holiday package
* Option to purchase additional holiday
* Shared parental leave
* Fully funded training towards professional qualifications
* Cycle to work scheme
* Season ticket loan
* Eye care support
We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and were delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workplace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.
We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate for your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Accounting/Auditing and Finance
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