Tax Accountant - West Mids

Senior Tax Accountant (6+ Years’ Practice Experience) 

Location: West Midlands 
Salary: Up to £55,000 depending on experience and qualification 
Sector: Pure UK Accountancy Practice 

A Senior Tax Role Where Your Experience Makes a Real Impact 

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 and interesting work, modern systems, continuous professional development, and a supportive environment where experienced professionals are trusted, valued and encouraged to contribute to the wider success of the firm. 

The Role 

As a Senior Tax Accountant, you will take ownership of a mixed portfolio of corporate and personal tax clients, delivering both compliance and advisory services while working closely with partners and colleagues. 

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Managing and reviewing corporation tax and self-assessment tax returns 

• Providing tax planning and advisory support, identifying opportunities for tax efficiency 

• Managing tax compliance processes, ensuring accuracy and timely submission 

• Handling HMRC enquiries and liaising directly with tax authorities 

• Supporting VAT compliance and advisory work, including registrations and queries 

• Preparing and reviewing P11D and PAYE Settlement Agreements 

• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of tax legislation and sharing insights with the team 

• Supporting and mentoring junior team members as appropriate 

• Contributing to the ongoing growth and development of the tax department 

What They’re Looking For 

• 6+ years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice (essential) 

• Strong experience across corporation tax and personal tax 

• AAT qualified or ACA / ACCA / CTA qualified or part-qualified 

• Ability to manage clients, deadlines and workloads independently 

• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail 

• Experience using tax and accounting software such as IRIS, CCH, Sage and/or Xero 

• Confident communicator with strong client relationship skills 

• You must have at least 4 years UK Practice experience

This role is practice-only — candidates from industry or in-house tax backgrounds will not be considered. 

What You’ll Get in Return 

• Salary up to £55,000, depending on experience and qualification 

• 23 days holiday + bank holidays 

• Study support available if still completing qualifications 

• A collaborative, professional environment with long-term career prospects 

Why Apply? 

This is a role where your expertise will be genuinely valued. You’ll work with a broad client base, have the opportunity to add advisory value, and play an important role in shaping the future of the tax function within a respected accountancy practice. 

If you’re looking for a senior tax position that offers trust, variety and stability, this is an opportunity worth exploring.