12 Tax Preparation jobs in the United Kingdom

ANNA is the mobile app and business current account that does your admin. It’s designed for UK-based freelancers, small businesses, and creative types. ANNA combines AI technologies and human customer service to make our customers’ lives easier. 

Our mission is to save our customers’ time, freeing them up to concentrate on the other equally important parts of running their businesses. 

ANNA’s aim is to deal with all the time-consuming admin tasks that small business owners face. For this reason, our primary focus is on the automation of repetitive admin tasks, making things quicker and easier for our customers. 

We currently employ around 180 people across the world; mainly software developers and data scientists who work on improving our product offering. Currently, over 35,000 customers trust ANNA to look after their banking and admin.

We’re looking for an experienced accounting and tax analyst to join our team.

You will be expected to: 

• Work with developers and UX designers to help automate bookkeeping and tax calculations.
• Ensure testing and excellent quality controls on the automation of bookkeeping, tax calculations, and return preparations.
• Help clients and customer support with complicated issues 
• Review and adjust annual accounts and CT600 filings for microentities
• Educate Customer Experience agents to help clients with tax/bookkeeping issues 
• Share knowledge with the public and ANNA clients and be our primary go to person for tax and accounting news; preparing articles, writing blog posts and newsletters to keep our customers up to date

We are looking for a positive, independent person capable of building efficient team relationships and managing.

Requirements

The successful candidate should have excellent working knowledge and 4+ years of experience in:

•  Accountancy service/consulting small businesses: 

• Preparing and submitting VAT returns through Making Tax Digital (MTD) 
• Preparing and submitting Corporation tax and income tax returns
• Bookkeeping 
• And a passion for automating manual processes 

The ideal candidate  should be AAT (level 2 or above) IAB, ICB or ACCA part qualified.

Benefits

• Hybrid work model — based in London or Remote.
• Great perks including Perkbox, Cycle to Work scheme.
• Travel allowance up to £1,000/year.
• Continuous learning budget up to £1,000/year.
• Growth share options (10x growth in recent years).
• An employee-driven salary review.
• Well-being, fitness, and mental health support programs.  

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to join our team.

• Ideally based in our Plymouth office – office-based preferred, but flexibility to work from home is available for the right candidate.
• Supportive and friendly team with opportunities to grow your role and responsibilities over time.

Duties

• Manage a portfolio of clients, primarily sole traders and partnerships, providing accounting and tax services.
• Prepare and review year-end accounts, self-assessment tax returns, and partnership tax returns.
• Provide general business advice where required.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and filing deadlines.
• Act as the main point of contact for client queries, building strong, trusted relationships.
• Support and review work prepared by junior staff and bookkeepers.
• Liaise with HMRC on behalf of clients when necessary.
• Maintain accurate records and manage workflow efficiently.
• Provide guidance and training to team members when needed.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights that support business decisions.

• Lead the budgeting process and assist in long-term financial planning effort

• Key Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong understanding of tax issues affecting sole traders and partnerships.
• Proficient in using Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, and TaxCalc or similar accounting and tax software.
• Excellent organisational skills – must be able to manage multiple deadlines and clients simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills – confident dealing with clients and collaborating with internal staff.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• ACCA/ACA /ATT/AAT qualified or qualified by experience (QBE).
• Proven experience in an accounting management role.
• Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £29,000.00-£33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Flexitime
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Plymouth PL6 5WR

Ein wachstumsstarkes Handelsunternehmen mit Sitz in Mainz sucht zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt eine engagierte Fachkraft im Bereich Accounting & Tax Management . Das Unternehmen beschäftigt über 200 Mitarbeitende deutschlandweit und steht für ein modernes, dynamisches Arbeitsumfeld mit flachen Hierarchien und viel Raum für Eigeninitiative.

Prüfung, Buchung und Dokumentation sämtlicher Geschäftsvorfälle

Erstellung von Intercompany-Rechnungen  sowie Mitwirkung bei Monats- und Jahresabschlüssen

Bearbeitung von Umsatzsteuervoranmeldungen  und Jahreserklärungen (inkl. OSS-Meldungen)

Klärung von steuerlichen und bilanziellen Fragestellungen  sowie Implementierung neuer Rechtsänderungen

Durchführung von Kostenabgrenzungen, Rückstellungen  und Kontenabstimmungen

Unterstützung bei Prozessoptimierungen  im Accounting-Bereich

Abgeschlossene Ausbildung im Bereich Bilanzbuchhaltung , Steuerfachwirt (m/w/d)  oder vergleichbare Qualifikation mit Schwerpunkt Rechnungswesen / Finance / Controlling

Berufserfahrung im Accounting  und in der Abschlusserstellung nach HGB

Sicherer Umgang mit DATEV  und MS Excel

Präzise, strukturierte und verantwortungsbewusste Arbeitsweise

Gute Kenntnisse im Steuerrecht  wünschenswert

• help financial services businesses to optimise their tax position, manage tax risk and meet tax compliance obligations, from UK and international tax structuring considerations to operational tax issues.
  
• be given significant exposure to clients, working alongside large and complex financial institutions to manage their tax compliance obligations.
  
• provide UK and international tax advisory and compliance services.
  
• develop your commercial understanding of different types of financial institutions, how they operate in different business, product and geographical areas.
  
• manage your own diverse client portfolio.
  
• develop existing relationships both inside and outside of the firm.
  
• have access to the firm’s training and development opportunities to broaden your technical and commercial skillsets.
  

• An interest in or experience working with financial services businesses
  
• Strong communication skills in supporting the team and delivering work to clients
  
• A willingness and ability to work as part of a team.
  
• Experience of working within a tax compliance role with exposure to advisory work.
  
• Flexibility in order to juggle client commitments and meet deadlines
  

• Manage a portfolio of clients as the main point of contact for indirect tax, develop your portfolio to grow your base of profitable work.
• Develop a portfolio of businesses to target, using your business development skills to start new relationships and generate new work for indirect tax and other teams.
• Work with colleagues across the firm to contribute to proposals for new work and provide technical input to tax-wide projects.
• Contribute to the indirect tax leadership team with ideas on management, projects, strategy and focus.

• The position would suit a current Assistant Manager or Manager with strong technical, business development and personal skills including an experienced Assistant Manager seeking progression.
• The individual should have a strong interest in the technical side of VAT and should expect a high level of technical work commensurate with the role.
• Substantial experience in VAT advisory work, ideally including a good knowledge of financial services, funds industry or insurance VAT issues.
• CTA or legally qualified.

• FM - 4588 - Associate Director - FS VAT - JD.pdf (108.29 KB)

At Forvis Mazars, we're always looking ahead, for our people, our clients and the wider world. Together, we grow , belong and impact . You'll be supported to learn, explore and develop from day one. We celebrate individuality, encourage bold thinking and believe success comes from working together. With us, you'll belong to your local team, gain global experience, and make a meaningful impact now and in the future.

About The Team:

Our Financial Services practice is an important part of our wider business.  With over 35 FS partners and 700 specialist staff in the UK, our growing team provides tailored services to asset management, FinTech, banking and capital markets, insurance and real estate clients.  Tax is an integral part of these services.  What draws us together is a shared passion for using our FS industry experience and deep service line knowledge to provide bespoke client advice. 

What You'll Do:

• The predominant focus of the role is to help drive and lead our growing UK FS corporate tax compliance book of business, both in terms of successful delivery of computations and returns but also supporting with the tax technical development of the wider team.
• There will be a need to undertake research where required and support with the delivery of cross-border tax compliance and tax audit engagements.
• Help deliver high-quality work for clients and profitable outcomes for the business through use of best practices, technology and alignment with Firm policies.
• Work closely with junior team members in our London office in the delegation and review of work as well as fostering their learning and development.

What You'll Bring:

• Qualified at ACA, CA, CTA or equivalent level (including equivalent Legal / international tax qualifications).
• Strong interest in financial services and related tax issues with experience in delivering UK corporate tax computations for clients across FS sectors.
• Good awareness of broader tax, international tax, regulatory and accounting areas.
• Able to manage projects, meet deadlines and manage engagement economics.
• In line with the Firm's general guidance, work from the London office an average of 3 days a week to drive the delivery and delegation of tax compliance work to junior team members.
• Strong inter-personal communication skills.

What We Offer:

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one.

We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive.

Salaries & Benefits:

At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts.

You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive?

Location:

London Office – Located in 30 Old Bailey, London, EC4M 7AU. Moments from City Thameslink, St Paul's and Farringdon stations. Ideally positioned in the heart of the City of London, near major landmarks and law courts.

Ready to Grow , Belong , and Impact ? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!

At Forvis Mazars, we're always looking ahead, for our people, our clients and the wider world. Together, we grow , belong and impact . You'll be supported to learn, explore and develop from day one. We celebrate individuality, encourage bold thinking and believe success comes from working together. With us, you'll belong to your local team, gain global experience, and make a meaningful impact now and in the future.

About The Team:

Our Financial Services practice is an important part of our wider business.  With over 35 FS partners and 700 specialist staff in the UK, our growing team provides tailored services to asset management, FinTech, banking and capital markets, insurance and real estate clients.  Tax is an integral part of these services.  What draws us together is a shared passion for using our FS industry experience and deep service line knowledge to provide bespoke client advice. 

What You'll Do:

• The predominant focus of the role is to help drive and lead our growing UK FS corporate tax compliance book of business, both in terms of successful delivery of computations and returns but also supporting with the tax technical development of the wider team.
• There will be a need to undertake research where required and support with the delivery of cross-border tax compliance and tax audit engagements.
• Help deliver high-quality work for clients and profitable outcomes for the business through use of best practices, technology and alignment with Firm policies.
• Work closely with junior team members in our London office in the delegation and review of work as well as fostering their learning and development.

What You'll Bring:

• Qualified at ACA, CA, CTA or equivalent level (including equivalent Legal / international tax qualifications).
• Strong interest in financial services and related tax issues with experience in delivering UK corporate tax computations for clients across FS sectors.
• Good awareness of broader tax, international tax, regulatory and accounting areas.
• Able to manage projects, meet deadlines and manage engagement economics.
• In line with the Firm's general guidance, work from the London office an average of 3 days a week to drive the delivery and delegation of tax compliance work to junior team members.
• Strong inter-personal communication skills.

What We Offer:

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one.

We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive.

Salaries & Benefits:

At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts.

You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive?

Location:

London Office – Located in 30 Old Bailey, London, EC4M 7AU. Moments from City Thameslink, St Paul's and Farringdon stations. Ideally positioned in the heart of the City of London, near major landmarks and law courts.

Ready to Grow , Belong , and Impact ? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars!

• Work primarily with mid-market clients, providing highly technical reward advice in a commercial and practical context.
• Deliver and advise on equity reward projects, and implementation of share plans, and specialist tax support on transactions.
• Work on a wide variety of projects including: tax advantaged share plans, growth shares, cash plans, buy-side and sell-side transaction support, and ad hoc ERS matters.
• Create bespoke solutions for clients by considering their unique position, providing technical advice and valuable insight, whilst considering their wider structuring needs.
• Collaborate across the network with many other service lines including Corporate Finance, Valuations and People Advisory.
• Manage graduates and trainees and help with their development.
• Take responsibility for managing client accounts and lead on day to day client relationships. There is opportunity also to be involved in team’s business development and go to market strategy.

• Technical expertise designing and implementing employee incentive plans.
• An excellent record of client service and an ability to manage your time efficiently working to tight deadlines.
• A proactive approach to the management of client projects including taking responsibility for billing and fee management.
• Experience of business development or a desire to develop the relevant skills.
• Document implementation (drafting or review), and / or modelling skills.

• The predominant focus of the role is to help drive and lead our growing UK FS corporate tax compliance book of business, both in terms of successful delivery of computations and returns but also supporting with the tax technical development of the wider team.
• There will be a need to undertake research where required and support with the delivery of cross-border tax compliance and tax audit engagements.
• Help deliver high-quality work for clients and profitable outcomes for the business through use of best practices, technology and alignment with Firm policies.
• Work closely with junior team members in our London office in the delegation and review of work as well as fostering their learning and development.

• Qualified at ACA, CA, CTA or equivalent level (including equivalent Legal / international tax qualifications).
• Strong interest in financial services and related tax issues with experience in delivering UK corporate tax computations for clients across FS sectors.
• Good awareness of broader tax, international tax, regulatory and accounting areas.
• Able to manage projects, meet deadlines and manage engagement economics.
• In line with the Firm's general guidance, work from the London office an average of 3 days a week to drive the delivery and delegation of tax compliance work to junior team members.
• Strong inter-personal communication skills.

• FM - 2658 - FS Tax Manager - JD.pdf (126.66 KB)