Private Client Tax Assistant Manager (Ipswich)
We have an opportunity for an aspiring professional to join our Private Client Tax team in our Ipswich office as an Assistant Manager. This full-time role can be combined with an element of home-working under the firms agile working policy.
About the team
Our clients range across the private client spectrum including high net worth individuals and families, business owners and entrepreneurs, professional practices, company directors, land and property owners, retirees, and family trusts and estates. This means we can offer you a diverse portfolio of work. You will be working in a team environment where proactive client solutions are encouraged.
About the role
This is an interesting and varied role which provides scope for personal and career development. We are seeking a team player who is also confident and capable of working independently.
You will have the opportunity to deal with a wide range of compliance matters including the preparation of tax returns for individuals, partnerships, trusts, and estates. You may also be responsible for the completion of Capital Gains Tax returns, Inheritance Tax accounts, and Trust Registration filing requirements.
The role may also include handling HM Revenue & Customs enquiries and assisting with a variety of tax advisory projects.
This is a role that will enable you to put your technical expertise into practice to provide excellent service to your client portfolio, alongside completing and (depending on experience) reviewing Self Assessment tax returns completed by others and assisting with the development of more junior team members.
Location
Our Ipswich office is a modern and comfortable working environment with excellent facilities and roof terrace area. It is situated close to Ipswich station and the town centre, with convenient parking available at Portman Road.
Skills required
* A minimum of 2 years recent practice experience within a personal tax role, or a mixed role including a significant personal tax element.
* Ideally ATT qualified (or above). Study support towards further qualifications (e.g. CTA) will be considered if applicable.
* Excellent organisation skills and experience in managing deadlines and client expectations.
* Experience managing a portfolio of clients.
* Experience in controlling budgets and billing would be preferable but not essential.
* High ICT literacy with strong working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and accounting/tax software packages. Knowledge of CCH software would be beneficial.
* Strong oral and written communication skills to facilitate effective client contact and present findings clearly.
* A conscientious attitude and a keen eye for detail.
The package includes:
We offer an attractive salary with numerous benefits in a friendly working environment. We also have an impressive record of growth and an excellent reputation for staff development, offering an extensive in-house training programme for all staff.