At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in managing MTD and VAT submissions while ensuring compliance with UK tax regulations.
- Company: Join Azets, a top 10 UK accountancy firm with a focus on innovation and teamwork.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, health perks, and tailored benefits to suit your lifestyle.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values inclusion and offers excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving quality and efficiency in tax processes using cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Accountancy or tax qualification with at least two years' experience in an accountancy practice.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
As a Making Tax Digital (MTD) Senior, you’ll oversee and review quarterly MTD and VAT submissions and end-of-year declarations, managing junior staff and ensuring compliance with UK tax regulations. You’ll lead delivery within a newly formed team, using technology and automation to drive quality, efficiency and innovation.
The Role
- Oversee and review preparation and submission of quarterly MTD Income Tax and VAT returns
- Manage own client portfolio, supporting resource planning and delivery to MTD deadlines
- Review work completed by junior team members and identify training needs
- Ensure engagement terms remain up to date and reflect MTD scope
- Use accounting and digital tools to streamline processes and improve accuracy
Client & Technical Excellence
- Develop strong understanding of clients’ businesses, risks and objectives
- Act as a second-line client contact, resolving complex queries and escalations
- Introduce fee conversations with support from senior management
- Strong technical knowledge of accounting and VAT, with confidence training others
- Champion automation and new technologies to improve quality and efficiency
Leadership & Commitment
- Line management responsibility including performance reviews
- Motivate, develop and support team members through effective delegation
- Take ownership of decisions within agreed remit and escalate appropriately
- Deliver work within scope, timescales and recovery targets
- Consistently demonstrate and role model Azets values
Qualifications & Experience
Holds an accountancy and/or tax qualification (e.g. ATT) or qualified by experience, with a minimum of two years’ experience gained within an accountancy practice.
Our Benefits
- Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental, and Adoption leave; Fertility treatment support; Birthday day off; Holiday buy/sell; Flexible working policy.
- EAP, 24/7 GP Access, Private Medical, Dental, Health Assessments, Cash Plans, Life Assurance, YuLife for challenges & rewards.
- Hybrid working, EV scheme, tech & home purchase options, travel insurance, employee discounts platform, and flexible benefits via FlexHub.
- Dedicated career pathways, mentoring, learning programmes, and development opportunities to advance your expertise and leadership potential.
- Personalise your benefits package to match what matters most to you – from health plans to lifestyle perks, tailored to your needs.
Inclusion & Accessibility
We are proud to be a Mindful Employer and Disability Confident Employer. Creating an inclusive workplace isn’t just a statement – it’s something we live every day. At Azets, we value diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Even if your experience doesn’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you – you might be a great fit for another opportunity.
Move forward with confidence. At Azets, our purpose is to improve the lives of our clients, colleagues and communities, in a sustainable way.
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Making Tax digital - Senior in Swansea employer: Azets
At Azets, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises your health, happiness, and professional growth. With flexible working options, comprehensive benefits, and dedicated career pathways, you will thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation and teamwork are at the forefront. Join us in making a meaningful impact while enjoying the advantages of being part of a top 10 UK accountancy firm with a strong local presence across 70 locations.
