Job Description
Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Tax Administrator / Senior Tax Administrator to join their dynamic tax team. This role is ideal for an individual with a strong understanding of UK tax regulations who is looking to develop their career in a professional and supportive environment. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in tax compliance, reporting, and advisory services for a range of clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and submit personal, corporate, and partnership tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with HMRC regulations.
- Assist in the management of client tax affairs, including tax planning and advisory work.
- Review financial statements and tax computations, ensuring all tax liabilities are correctly calculated.
- Provide VAT and payroll tax compliance support, including reviewing VAT returns and PAYE submissions.
- Conduct research on tax legislation and regulatory changes, advising clients on potential impacts.
- Handle HMRC correspondence, responding to queries and resolving tax-related issues.
- Assist in tax planning strategies, identifying tax-saving opportunities for clients.
- Maintain up-to-date client tax records, ensuring all documentation is filed correctly.
- Support senior tax professionals with complex tax matters and advisory projects.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing excellent customer service.
Key Skills & Experience:
- For Tax Administrator: Some experience in tax administration, accounting, or financial services is desirable.
- For Senior Tax Administrator: A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a tax-related role with a strong understanding of UK tax regulations.
- Professional tax qualification (such as ATT, CTA, or ACCA) is desirable but not essential.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail.
- Good understanding of UK tax laws, compliance, and reporting requirements.
- Experience with HMRC online services and tax software is advantageous.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with clients and colleagues.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and accounting/tax software.
- A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop in the role.