Tax Accountant (2–5 Years’ Practice Experience)
Location: West Midlands
Salary: £25,000 – £38,000 depending on experience and qualification
Sector: Pure UK Accountancy Practice
Build Your Tax Career in a Practice That Invests in You
This is an opportunity to join a well-established, independent accountancy and advisory firm offering full-service support across audit, tax, payroll, bookkeeping, consultancy and business growth.
The firm works with a diverse client base ranging from SMEs to larger organisations across sectors such as construction, manufacturing, retail and professional services, alongside private individuals. The culture is relationship-driven, proactive, and solutions-focused, with a strong emphasis on high-quality advice, integrity and long-term client partnerships.
Employees benefit from varied work, modern systems, ongoing professional development, and a genuinely supportive environment where people are encouraged to build long-term careers.
The Role
As a Tax Accountant, you will work closely with experienced colleagues and gain hands-on exposure across both corporation tax and personal tax within a pure practice environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Preparing corporation tax and self-assessment tax returns for a varied client base
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Supporting personal tax compliance for individuals and owner-managed businesses
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Assisting with VAT compliance and advisory work
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Supporting P11D and PAYE Settlement Agreement processes
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Liaising with HMRC where required
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Developing your technical knowledge and contributing to high-quality client service
What They’re Looking For
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2–5 years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice (essential)
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Minimum 2 years’ experience in both corporation tax and personal tax
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AAT qualified or ACA / ACCA / CTA part-qualified
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Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
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Experience using tax and accounting software such as IRIS, CCH, Sage and/or Xero
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A positive, proactive approach and a genuine interest in developing a long-term tax career
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You must have at least 2 years UK Practice experience
Candidates from industry-only or in-house tax backgrounds will not be considered.
What You’ll Get in Return
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Salary £25,000 – £38,000, depending on experience and qualification
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Study support and paid study leave
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23 days holiday + bank holidays
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Supportive team culture with clear development and progression
Why Apply?
This is a role where you’ll gain broad tax experience, work with a wide range of clients, and be supported by a team that values quality, learning and long-term progression.
If you’re looking to grow your tax career within a respected accountancy practice, this is an opportunity worth exploring