Tax Specialist
Ripon North Yorks
W Talent Finance is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to placing high-calibre accounting professionals across both practice and commerce & industry markets worldwide. With a deep understanding of the finance landscape, we support clients ranging from leading professional services firms to established independent practices, delivering tailored talent solutions that drive business performance.
We are partnering with a highly regarded and well-established accountancy practice seeking to appoint a Tax Specialist to join its growing team. The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality client service and offers a collaborative, supportive environment with flexibility and genuine opportunities for development.
The Role
As a Tax Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of personal tax compliance and advisory services across a varied client portfolio.
The position will involve the preparation of personal tax returns, capital gains tax calculations, and providing support on a range of private client tax matters. Depending on experience, the role may also include exposure to more complex private client work, trust taxation, and tax planning assignments.
This is a flexible opportunity that can be offered on either a full-time or part-time basis, with hybrid working available.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and submit personal self-assessment tax returns accurately and within deadlines
Prepare capital gains tax calculations and support associated reporting requirements
Respond to client tax queries and provide clear, professional guidance
Liaise with HMRC regarding routine client matters and correspondence
Maintain accurate tax records and ensure compliance with filing deadlines
Support clients with a range of private client tax compliance matters
Assist with more complex private client tax returns where appropriate
Support trust tax compliance work where relevant
Assist with tax planning assignments and advisory projects depending on experience
Keep up to date with current UK tax legislation and compliance requirements
About You
Previous experience within accountancy practice or a tax-focused professional services environment
Strong experience preparing personal tax returns
Experience completing capital gains tax calculations and reporting
Good understanding of UK personal taxation principles
Trust tax experience would be advantageous
Exposure to private client tax planning work would be beneficial
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong client relationships
Proactive, professional, and keen to continue developing technically
What's on Offer
Competitive salary with an excellent benefits package
Flexible working options including office-based or hybrid working
Full-time or part-time opportunity available
Opportunity to broaden technical tax exposure and develop specialist expertise
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Ongoing professional development opportunities
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