Accountant -Personal Tax
Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 (DOE) Hours: Full‑time, Permanent
A well‑established and forward‑thinking accountancy practice in Wimborne is seeking a motivated Personal Tax Accountant to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their tax career within a supportive environment that values professional development, collaboration, and high‑quality client service.
You’ll work with a varied portfolio of clients, gaining exposure to both compliance and advisory work, while being supported to progress towards managing your own portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Manage personal tax returns — Prepare Self Assessment Tax Returns for a diverse client base including individuals, HNWIs, landlords, and sole traders.
Develop your own portfolio — Work towards taking ownership of a client portfolio with ongoing support.
Provide tailored tax advice — Assist clients with matters such as buy‑to‑let taxation, foreign income, residency, and Capital Gains Tax.
Act as a trusted point of contact — Liaise with clients and HMRC, handling queries and supporting tax enquiries.
Ensure accurate compliance — Deliver high‑quality, accurate tax compliance work as the core focus of the role.
What you will need.
Minimum 2 years’ experience within an accountancy practice
Strong working knowledge of UK personal tax and Self Assessment
Commercial awareness and a client‑first mindset
Proficiency with tax software (IRIS preferred) and Microsoft Office
Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and communication skills
Proactive attitude and eagerness to grow
Preferred (not essential)
ATT qualification or part‑qualified
Interest in progressing towards CTA
Career Development & Benefits
This role offers genuine long‑term progression within a thriving practice. You’ll receive full support to continue your professional development, including:
Study support for ATT / CTA
Flexible working options
On‑site parking & cycle‑to‑work scheme
Company events & referral programme
Employee discounts & wellbeing support
Additional leave
Free/discounted food
A positive, collaborative working culture
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