Tax Accountant - Hearts Recruit - Hertfordshire & London Head Office Recruiters : Job Details

Tax Accountant - Canary Wharf

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000

My client, a firm based in the vibrant heart of Canary Wharf, is actively seeking a proactive Tax Accountant to join their lovely, supportive team. This role offers excellent prospects and the opportunity to manage a diverse tax portfolio within a collaborative environment and the flexibility of one day a week working from home after a probationary period.

They are looking for someone with a solid foundation in accountancy and tax, ready to hit the ground running and grow with them. You'll enjoy autonomy in your role, supported by a fantastic team and access to external tax advisors for complex queries.

What they're looking for:

• A good foundation in accountancy, ideally ACCA or ACA qualified/part-qualified.
• Experience in both personal and corporate tax, with a CTA qualification/part-qualification or the ambition to pursue one.
• Excellent communication skills are essential – you'll be the point of contact for client queries and a key team player.
• The ability to work independently, manage your own workload, and proactively communicate progress to the team.
• A knack for resolving problems efficiently and completing assignments swiftly.
• Strong organizational skills to keep on top of tasks and client queries, with the ability to plan and anticipate seasonal work.
• Experience in managing outsourced personal tax returns.

Required Tax Knowledge:

• UK Residency rules
• HMRC payment reconciliations
• Salary vs. Dividends advice
• Individual and Sole Trader taxation
• Capital Gains Tax calculations
• Preparation of CT600 & CT61 returns
• Company Car benefit calculation
• Dealing with Overseas Gains enquiries from HMRC
• Awareness of R&D allowances
• Knowledge of dealing with withholding tax
• Handling client queries regarding Tax Codes
• Completing ATED returns
• Knowledge of claiming business expenses (e.g., use of home, mobile phone costs - personal vs. company contracts)
• Understanding of Umbrella Company taxation
• Dealing with Personal and Company penalty letters

If you're a self-starter with a passion for tax and a desire to work within a supportive and dynamic firm, my client would love to hear from you.

Apply now!