Company Description
Path Accountants provides specialized accountancy and tax services to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and self-employed professionals.
The firm focuses on practical, tailored solutions that help clients manage their tax obligations efficiently while supporting business growth.
Services range from day-to-day tax compliance to strategic planning for long-term financial health.
Path Accountants values accuracy, clear communication, and proactive guidance, offering clients a reliable partner in navigating complex tax requirements.
The team emphasizes remote collaboration and technology-driven processes to deliver timely, high-quality support.
Role Description
The Tax Consultant will provide expert tax advisory and compliance services to SMEs and self-employed clients in a remote, contract capacity.
The role involves assessing client documentation, identifying potential tax risks and opportunities and ensuring adherence to relevant tax laws and regulations.
Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing and reviewing tax returns, advising on tax-efficient structures, and supporting tax planning initiatives aligned with client business goals.
The Tax Consultant will respond to client inquiries, assist with tax notices or audits, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislative changes impacting clients.
Collaboration with internal team members and clear, client-friendly communication are essential to delivering consistent, high-quality service.
Your aim is to help grow the practice through business development and spotting opportunities within the existing client base.
Qualifications
- Relevant professional qualification (e.g. CTA).
- Minimum of 6 years' post-qualification experience in tax advisory or compliance, ideally within general practice.
- Experience working with SMEs and self-employed clients, including familiarity with small business accounting practices.
- Strong skills in Tax Planning and Tax Preparation to design efficient strategies and accurately complete client filings.
- Tax planning covers corporate restructuring, capital gains, inheritance tax, remuneration planning.
- Identifying tax-efficient structures and planning opportunities for clients.
- Demonstrated expertise in Tax Compliance and Tax Audits to ensure clients meet regulatory requirements and respond effectively to tax authorities.
- Solid understanding of Tax Law to interpret regulations and provide clear, practical guidance.
- Proficiency with tax software and cloud-based accounting tools, and strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax issues in accessible language.
- Proven ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage multiple client engagements, and meet deadlines.