Role: Tax Director
Location: Durham
Salary: 80,000 to 100,000
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and forward‑thinking accountancy practice in Durham. The firm is looking for an experienced tax professional to lead their tax offering working closely with the audit and accounts teams while taking ownership of an established and loyal client base. This role also offers significant scope to develop new relationships and grow the service line further.
Benefits
Competitive basic salary up to 120,000
Company pension
On‑site parking
Strong collaboration with experienced audit and accounts teams
Clear progression pathway to Partner
Ongoing professional development and external CPD support
Autonomy to shape and grow the tax function
Responsibilities
Lead the delivery of tax advisory and compliance work across a varied client portfolio
Strengthen relationships with an existing and well‑established base of corporate and personal tax clients
Work closely with audit and accounts teams to provide joined‑up tax advice
Identify opportunities to grow the tax service line through networking and client referrals
Review complex tax work prepared by the team and provide coaching, guidance and technical support
Oversee tax planning, restructuring, compliance reviews and project‑based advisory work
Represent the firm at client meetings and contribute to strategic business decisions
Requirements
Significant UK practice experience at Senior Manager, Associate Director or Director level
CTA qualified or equivalent with strong advisory capability
Proven experience managing a portfolio of corporate and personal tax clients
Confident leading client relationships and delivering high‑quality technical advice
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to spot and convert opportunities
Collaborative style and the ability to work effectively with wider audit and accounts teams
Director (required experience level)
Key Skills
Tax Experience
Accounting Software
GAAP
QuickBooks
Accounting
Sage
Account Reconciliation
Analysis Skills
Research Experience
SOX
Microsoft Excel
Financial Analysis
How to Apply
If you are keen to find out more about this opportunity, please APPLY or contact Elliot for further details.
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