Overview
This vacancy is ringfenced for unemployed 18-24 year olds.
Kyzen is a young, energetic accountancy firm that delivers tailored services to a specialised client base of sports professionals, including football, rugby, and cricket players at a variety of levels. We understand the unique pressures athletes face in balancing demanding careers with managing their finances. That’s why we go beyond traditional accountancy — educating our clients, building trusted relationships, and supporting both their immediate needs and long-term financial goals.
Role Overview: We are seeking a Tax & Accounts Assistant to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to develop a career in accountancy and tax, working in a vibrant environment that supports professional growth. Reporting to a Tax Senior, you will assist with a variety of compliance and advisory tasks, gaining hands-on experience with a specialist client base, and working toward professional qualifications.
Responsibilities
* Liaise directly with clients, developing strong working relationships and becoming a trusted point of contact.
* Assist in client meetings alongside the Tax Senior, taking notes and preparing follow-up actions.
* Prepare detailed calculations to support current and future year tax planning.
* Undertake bookkeeping tasks for small and medium-sized limited company clients.
* Prepare VAT returns and submit them accurately and on time.
* Draft Corporation Tax returns under supervision.
* Complete thorough personal tax returns for sports professionals, ensuring all deadlines and compliance requirements are met.
* Communicate directly with HMRC on client matters, supporting the resolution of any queries.
What We Offer
* A chance to work with a unique and exciting client base of sports professionals.
* Support toward your professional qualifications (AAT, ACCA, or ATT/CTA), including study leave and exam support.
* Exposure to a wide range of tax and accounting tasks to build a well-rounded skill set.
* A friendly, modern workplace that values your personal development.
* Competitive salary with opportunities for progression.
* Benefits including company events, pension scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, and free on-site parking.
* Monday to Friday schedule (no weekend work).
Person Specification
Essential
* Experience working in a practice accountancy firm, with exposure to accounts or tax work.
* Basic understanding of tax codes and general tax concepts.
* Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a friendly, approachable manner.
* Ambitious and eager to build a career in tax and accountancy.
Desirable
* A genuine interest in the financial aspects of the sports industry.
Summary
If you’re looking for an opportunity to develop your tax and accounting expertise in a supportive, ambitious firm working with high-profile clients in the sports world, we’d love to hear from you.
Join Kyzen Sports Accountancy and help athletes secure their financial future — while advancing your own career.
Pay and Schedule
Salary: £22,400-£30,000
Closing date: 17/12/2025
Hours: 35 hours per week — Monday-Thursday 9am-5:30pm, Friday 10am-4pm
How to apply
This vacancy is ringfenced for unemployed 18-24 year olds due to the funding linked to the vacancy. If you are eligible, please send your CV to rachel.gavin@liverpool.gov.uk with Tax/Accounts Assistant in the email subject.
Note: This description contains additional context about the program and related employment initiatives and is not required for the candidate to apply.
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