Tax Assistant - Graduate

Michael Page are currently working alongside a forward thinking accountancy practice in Poole who are looking for a Tax Assistant to join their team.

Client Details

The client are a well regarded local practice with a loyal client base. They have seen significant growth in recent years due to the streamlined service that they provide.

Description

This is a great opportunity to join an ambitious and forward-thinking company. Your role as Tax Assistant will include:

• Assisting in the completion of Self Assessment Tax Returns

• Assisting Tax Seniors with PAYE and personal tax compliance matters

• Advising clients of their calculated rebate or tax liability for the corresponding year

• Advising clients on basic personal taxation matters

• Dealing with face to face, telephone and email queries from clients

• Dealing with HMRC by telephone and correspondence

• Liaising with all teams to ensure a high standard of client service

• Reviewing tax codes and other HMRC notices

• Any other ad hoc duties as and when required

Profile

Essential:

• Strong numeracy skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• The ability to maintain high levels of accuracy whilst meeting strict deadlines

• Self motivated with a positive 'can do' attitude

• A willingness to learn and develop technical knowledge

• Maths and English GCSE grade C or above

Desirable:

• Experience of working to meet deadlines

• Experience of working as part of a team

• You will be proficient in Microsoft Office

Job Offer

The company believes wholeheartedly in teamwork, staff development and structured career paths. They also believe in rewarding the hard work of colleagues by offering competitive salaries, training opportunities and a range of employee benefits, including:

* Up to 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

* Childcare vouchers

* Lunch provided by them, once a month

* Free independent financial advice