Job Description
Description
Ranked 29th in the National Accountancy Age ranking by firm size. With over 850 talented individuals across the UK and Ireland, we're a force to be reckoned with. Our core services are Accountancy & Business Services, Audit, Corporate Finance, Forensic Accounting, and Taxation alongside outsourced FD and HR support. Integrated into our DNA are the values of Fairness, Working & Succeeding Together, Integrity and Valued Relationships. This shapes everything we do, creating a vibrant and supportive work culture.
At Dains, our employees are our greatest asset. We're committed to providing the best working environment, where you'll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. From development and training to flexible benefits and hybrid working options, we prioritise your well-being and professional development.
Key Responsibilities
You will support the Partners and Directors by delivering the highest level of technical compliance and corporate tax advisory work for our most complex clients. Responsible for seeking solutions and demonstrating technical knowledge to support the partners and the wider team;
Be able to review the corporate technical work delivered by our team and liaise with the client managers on their clients.
To lead and manage the technical development of the tax team in respect of corporate tax and associated personal tax affairs of the directors/shareholders of the limited companies that we act for, agreeing specific work and learning objectives, formal learning plans and manging all aspects of technical capability.
You will participate in and seek out business development opportunities. Working with the Partners and Directors to promote the firms tax expertise, targeting clients both internally and externally. Building an understanding of the potential for upselling to clients and developing sales pipelines into intermediaries.
You will be carrying out capital allowance reviews. Preparing & advising on R&D Tax claims.
Reviewing client structures and identify potential tax planning opportunities, discussing with the Partners and Directors.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
CTA Qualified
Applies technical skills to provide solutions to the client via an understanding of the tax system, being aware of the due dates for the submission of the annual Tax Returns and Computations and the due dates for the payment of tax
To be proactive in identifying changes in the legislation and knowing how this impacts on own client base
Ensures application of the firm’s technical standards in carrying out own work
Regularly review work of colleagues for technical accuracy
Maintains and develops technical knowledge through appropriate training
Seeks advice where appropriate in order to minimise risk
Ranked 29th in the National Accountancy Age ranking by firm size. With over 850 talented individuals across the UK and Ireland, we're a force to be reckoned with. Our core services are Accountancy & Business Services, Audit, Corporate Finance, Forensic Accounting, and Taxation alongside outsourced FD and HR support. Integrated into our DNA are the values of Fairness, Working & Succeeding Together, Integrity and Valued Relationships. This shapes everything we do, creating a vibrant and supportive work culture.
At Dains, our employees are our greatest asset. We're committed to providing the best working environment, where you'll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. From development and training to flexible benefits and hybrid working options, we prioritise your well-being and professional development.
Key Responsibilities
You will support the Partners and Directors by delivering the highest level of technical compliance and corporate tax advisory work for our most complex clients. Responsible for seeking solutions and demonstrating technical knowledge to support the partners and the wider team;
Be able to review the corporate technical work delivered by our team and liaise with the client managers on their clients.
To lead and manage the technical development of the tax team in respect of corporate tax and associated personal tax affairs of the directors/shareholders of the limited companies that we act for, agreeing specific work and learning objectives, formal learning plans and manging all aspects of technical capability.
You will participate in and seek out business development opportunities. Working with the Partners and Directors to promote the firms tax expertise, targeting clients both internally and externally. Building an understanding of the potential for upselling to clients and developing sales pipelines into intermediaries.
You will be carrying out capital allowance reviews. Preparing & advising on R&D Tax claims.
Reviewing client structures and identify potential tax planning opportunities, discussing with the Partners and Directors.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
CTA Qualified
Applies technical skills to provide solutions to the client via an understanding of the tax system, being aware of the due dates for the submission of the annual Tax Returns and Computations and the due dates for the payment of tax
To be proactive in identifying changes in the legislation and knowing how this impacts on own client base
Ensures application of the firm’s technical standards in carrying out own work
Regularly review work of colleagues for technical accuracy
Maintains and develops technical knowledge through appropriate training
Seeks advice where appropriate in order to minimise risk
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Corporate Tax Strategist position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Edinburgh offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.