Tax Senior in Inverurie

We are looking to recruit a Tax Senior in Inverurie. As a Tax Senior you will work closely with the Private Client tax team and Client Relationship Managers, assisting in the preparation of personal and business tax returns.

The Tax Senior will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Managing a portfolio of clients
• Preparing Partnership Tax Returns for a varied portfolio of businesses
• Processing Tax Return information and preparing Self-Assessment Tax Returns for a varied portfolio of clients, including trusts.
• Dealing with loss relief claims, pension charges and capital gains tax reliefs
• Completion of CGT 60-day returns for residential property disposals
• Liaising with clients and HM Revenue & Customs in relation to basic tax and national insurance queries
• Checking statements of account, repayments, payments and dealing with clients' queries regarding these
• Assisting the tax teams with general tax administration duties
• Provide general support to the wider tax team with their day-to-day tasks, as required, including identifying and drafting tax advisory assignments such as Capital Gains Tax planning, Inheritance Tax and Succession planning, etc.
• Reviewing simple tax returns prepared by Tax Assistants.
• Plan, schedule and delegate work to Tax Assistants and Students, including developing staff and providing feedback.
• Provide support to the Tax Manager/Senior Tax Manager, who in turn are managing the team, by liaising with clients, colleagues and HMRC.

About You:

• The successful candidate will ideally be ATT/CIOT qualified or near to completion (or experience equivalent)
• A leader of your work and your professional learning
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to positively impact and influence others
• Relevant experience in this or a similar role is preferred
• A willingness to develop their tax knowledge.
• A good level of numerical, written English, communication and teamwork skills.
• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK permanently and without any restrictions.

Why JC?

Johnston Carmichael helps to build success stories that change lives - whether it’s our clients, our communities, or most importantly, our people, who now number over 900 across the UK. We work with individuals and businesses all over the country and our expertise covers almost every industry sector.

Everything we do at Johnston Carmichael is underpinned by our four core values – Doing The Right Thing, Standing In Other People’s Shoes, Leading Our Future and Remaining Relevant. We’ve created a range of ways to support our people to make sure every voice is heard, including our People and Culture Forum, and we encourage each of our sharp minds to be leaders of their work and learning.

In the last 10 years we’ve raised more than £450,000 for charity and continuously evolved our commitment to sustainable business practices.

Why Tax?

The role of a tax adviser is transforming; technology and legislation present opportunities for us to differentiate ourselves and provide an unsurpassed client service – with more efficiency, greater innovation and deeper insight. A career in tax at Johnston Carmichael is diverse and challenging, and you’ll be joining an award-winning tax practice, spanning an extensive range of corporate, personal and specialist tax services.

What you can expect: As well as working with a great team of colleagues and enjoying the balance of hybrid and flexible working, we offer a range of benefits to make your time at JC even more fulfilling.

Different backgrounds and different opinions make for more interesting work and better outcomes. We welcome people from all backgrounds, regardless of your heritage, ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexual identity or gender identity. We also actively encourage applications from anyone who’s had an extended time away from paid employment.

Our team is made up of people who’ve taken varied routes through their careers. We’re here to give you the tools, support, and materials to develop your expertise so you can pursue your ambitions.

At Johnston Carmichael we are committed to diversity, equality and inclusion in the workplace.