Partnership Tax Accountant

Our client is a law firm with origins dating back to the late 1700s, they are now an international law firm with nearly 900 staff located across offices in the UK, Middle & Far East. 

They are currently looking for a Partnership Tax Accountant to join them on a permanent basis. This person will be responsible for the Partners’ tax affairs, including tax planning, returns and payments. 

Responsibilities

Calculating full year profit share entitlement 

Making tax payments to HMRC

Preparing half yearly tax reserve statements for Partners

Releasing tax reserve balances 

Settling current accounts balances for leavers

Drafting Accountants reference letters

Preparing Partnership tax return 

Meeting new and leaving Partners and going through relevant checklists 

Coordinating with Finance to set up, amend or cancel standing orders 

Calculating charges to Partners for insurances

Completing PIID's

Collating Directors pay

Candidate Profile

CTA qualified 

Extensive experience in a similar role, within legal or professional services

Excellent communication skills at all levels; experience liaising with Partners and senior management 

Advanced Excel skills 

Important Notice

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Career Legal is a Recruitment Agency and is advertising this permanent vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.