Personal Tax Senior / Personal Tax Accountant
Location: Swindon or Cheltenham - hybrid working, with remote working considered
Salary: £35,000-£45,000 depending on experience
Contract: Initial six-month fixed-term contract, with potential to extend or become permanent
Start date: August 2026
The opportunity
We are recruiting an experienced Personal Tax Senior / Personal Tax Accountant to join a growing accountancy practice. This is a hands-on personal tax compliance role supporting a varied portfolio of private clients and owner-managed businesses. You will need to work confidently and independently from the outset, managing your own workload while maintaining a high standard of client service.
The position can be based in either Wiltshire or Gloucestershire. Hybrid working is preferred, although fully remote working may be considered for a suitably experienced candidate.
Key responsibilities
- Preparing UK Self Assessment tax returns for a varied client portfolio
- Reviewing client records and identifying outstanding information
- Liaising directly with clients regarding their personal tax affairs
- Managing your own workload and meeting relevant deadlines
- Maintaining accurate records and delivering excellent client service
- Supporting the wider tax team when required
- Reviewing work completed by junior team members, where appropriate
Skills and experience
You will need:
- At least three years' recent experience preparing UK Self Assessment tax returns within an accountancy practice
- Strong technical knowledge of UK personal tax compliance
- The ability to manage a portfolio with minimal supervision
The following would be advantageous:
- Five or more years' experience within an accountancy practice
- ATT qualification or current ATT studies
- CTA qualification
- Experience using Digita Personal Tax
Benefits
- Salary of £35,000-£45,000 depending on experience
- Flexible working arrangements
- Full-time or part-time hours considered
- Hybrid working, with remote working available for the right candidate
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Potential for the contract to be extended or converted into a permanent position
Please apply with an up-to-date CV for further information.
