Tax Technician

Tax technician, Tac compliance, accountancy practice, ATI, ATT Your new company Hays are delighted to assist our client with a role within the tax team for a tax technician. Our client has a valued client base and is a renowned training firm where employee development is paramount to the ethos of the firm. This role is based in our client's office in Greater Belfast and offers free parking.

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Key Responsibilities Tax Compliance Prepare personal tax returns (Self Assessment), including income, capital gains, and relief claims Prepare corporation tax computations and returns for SMEs and owner-managed businesses Assist with VAT returns and related queries Support payroll tax work where required (PAYE, benefits in kind reporting such as P11

Ds) Ensure all filings are completed accurately and in line with current tax legislation and deadlines Client Support Liaise with clients to gather financial information and resolve queries Respond to basic client tax queries professionally and in a timely manner. Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and working papers Liaison with Authorities Deal with routine correspondence and enquiries from HMRC (or relevant tax authority) Assist in resolving compliance queries and requests for information Technical Development & Support Research basic tax issues and prepare summaries for managers or partners.

Assist with tax planning and advisory assignments as required. Keep up to date with changes in tax legislation and practice General Practice Duties Adhere to internal processes, quality standards, and regulatory requirements Support other team members during peak periods Contribute to a collaborative and professional team environment Key Skills & Competencies Technical Skills Good understanding of personal and/or corporate taxation Ability to prepare tax computations and returns with a high level of accuracy Working knowledge of accounting and tax software (e.g. IRIS, CCH, Xero, Sage, Taxfiler) Competent in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications Personal Skills Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy Good organisational and time-management skills Professional communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines Willingness to learn and develop technical knowledge What you'll need to succeed Qualifications & Experience Essential Prior experience in a tax or accountancy practice environment Basic understanding of UK tax legislation (or relevant jurisdiction) Desirable Studying towards or holding ATT, AAT, ACA, ACCA, or CTA qualification

Experience with HMRC correspondence and online systems Experience working with a portfolio of clients Career Development The role offers structured progression within the tax team, with the opportunity to:
Train towards professional tax or accountancy qualifications Develop advisory and planning experience Progress into a Senior Tax Technician or Tax Associate role Values & Professional Standards Commitment to confidentiality and professional ethics Client-focused and service-driven approach Accountability and integrity in all work What you'll get in return Competitive salary Free parking Handy office location in South Belfast What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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