Tax Accountant (Experienced)
Job Title: Tax Accountant (Experienced)
Location
Hadlow, Maidstone
Salary
£40,000 - £42,000
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Tax Accountant to join a close-knit team. This role would suit someone looking to step away from a high‑pressure environment into a more balanced, relationship‑driven practice, while still working on a varied and interesting portfolio.
Responsibilities
* Take ownership of your own portfolio of clients, delivering a high standard of compliance work alongside opportunities to get involved in advisory projects.
* Prepare and review personal tax returns with minimal supervision.
* Assist with and prepare corporation tax computations.
* Support partners with tax planning work, including income tax, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax matters.
* Act as a key point of contact for clients, building strong and lasting relationships.
* Liaise directly with HMRC to resolve queries and manage correspondence.
* Ensure all compliance deadlines are met efficiently and accurately.
About You
* ATT qualified (or qualified by experience with strong tax knowledge and experience).
* Solid experience in a practice environment managing your own client portfolio.
* Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of client relationships.
* Strong technical knowledge across personal tax, with some exposure to corporate tax.
* A calm, professional approach with excellent attention to detail.
* Looking for a long‑term role in a supportive and stable firm.
* Possesses strong and confident communication skills.
* Experience using Tax Calc/QuickBooks highly desirable.
What's On Offer
* A competitive salary reflective of your experience.
* A relaxed, friendly working environment with a strong team ethos.
* Real work‑life balance – no expectation of excessive overtime.
* Flexibility where needed to support personal commitments.
* On‑site parking and a pleasant rural office setting.
* The opportunity to build long‑term client relationships and take pride in your work.
Hours
This role would suit a full‑time individual working 35 hours per week or a part‑time individual working 4 days per week.
Ideal Candidate Snapshot
This role is ideal for someone who values quality of work, client relationships, and a positive working culture over a high‑pressure corporate environment.
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