Vacancy Name
Tax Accountant- Northallerton
Employment Type
Permanent
Location City
Northallerton
Location Country
United Kingdom
Company Description
Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.
Description
We are looking for a talented Tax professional to join our growing team. This role is open to both Semi-Senior and Senior candidates, with responsibilities tailored to experience and providing clear progression opportunities.
You will play a key role in delivering high-quality tax services to a varied portfolio of clients, supporting them in meeting their compliance obligations while building strong, trusted relationships. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your expertise within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
As part of the tax team, you will contribute to the delivery of an exceptional client service while supporting the wider team in achieving key deadlines and maintaining high technical standards.
Depending on your experience, you will take on increasing ownership of client work, while mentoring junior team members and contributing to process improvements across the function.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Provide an excellent level of service to a portfolio of clients, consistently meeting and exceeding expectations
Prepare and/or review personal and corporate tax returns in line with internal procedures and statutory requirements
Ensure all client deliverables are completed accurately, on time, and within budget
Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted point of contact for tax-related queries
Dealing with tax compliance administration; checking statements of account, PAYE codes, general queries from clients
Dividend planning for company directors
Preparation of I & E accounts
Preparation of Tax Returns for individuals, partnerships and Trusts
Communicate effectively with clients, delivering clear and professional advice both verbally and in writing
Support senior team members in managing workflows, deadlines, and client expectations
Identify opportunities to improve processes and contribute to more efficient ways of working
Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and internal standards
Represent the firm professionally, both internally and externally, demonstrating a high standard of conduct and attitude
Additional Responsibilities (Senior level)
Review work prepared by junior team members, ensuring accuracy and quality
Supervise, mentor, and support junior staff in their development
Take greater ownership of client relationships and day-to-day portfolio management
Contribute to delivering the firm’s wider vision, including innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
Key Requirements
ATT qualified or part-qualified or actively working towards this qualification (desirable).
Previous experience in preparing tax returns and managing a client portfolio is advantageous.
At least 2-3 years of experience in tax, preferably within a practice environment
Additional Requirements
Experience working in a personal and/or corporate tax role within practice
Strong technical knowledge with a commitment to high-quality work
Working towards or qualified in a relevant professional qualification (e.g. ATT, CTA, or equivalent)
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
Confident communicator with a client-focused approach
A team player who enjoys collaborating and sharing knowledge
Benefits
Benefits
Company Pension Scheme
25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
Business closure over Christmas*
Life Assurance x4 annual salary
Enhanced family leave policies
Enhanced Company Sick Pay
Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential
Corporate Discounts Platform
Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:
Critical Illness Cover
Cash plan
Cycle to work
Eye care
Dental
subject to exceptions and business needs