Tax Senior

Salary: £42,000 – £55,000 + Advisory Exposure & Progression

Location: Bolton Area (Hybrid Working)

Are you a CTA-qualified tax professional eager to transition into a more advisory-focused role?

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a highly regarded independent firm where you will work closely with a skilled leadership team, gaining hands-on exposure to complex advisory projects. Our client offers a supportive and collaborative environment, ideal for someone looking to broaden their expertise beyond compliance and accelerate their career in tax advisory.

The Opportunity

As a Tax Senior, you will join a specialist tax team delivering a wide range of advisory services to SMEs and owner-managed businesses (OMBs). With a strong emphasis on development, this role is designed for individuals keen to build their advisory capability while strengthening their technical knowledge across multiple tax disciplines.

You will work closely with senior team members on planning projects, gaining invaluable experience that will support your progression to Manager level and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of tax advisory projects for SMEs and OMBs
• Support senior colleagues on tax planning assignments across corporate and personal tax
• Identify and develop tax planning opportunities within existing client portfolios
• Attend client meetings, contributing to discussions and identifying advisory opportunities
• Conduct technical research and prepare clear, practical written advice
• Build upon compliance knowledge to support high-quality advisory recommendations
• Collaborate across service lines to provide joined-up client solutions
• Maintain strong client relationships and contribute to overall service excellence

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• CTA qualified (or within 0–2 years PQE)
• 3–6 years’ UK practice experience in tax, with a strong compliance foundation
• Experience working with SMEs and owner-managed businesses
• Solid knowledge of UK tax legislation, including corporate and personal tax matters
• Exposure to tax advisory work (desirable but not essential)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex tax issues
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• A proactive, self-driven approach with a genuine interest in developing advisory expertise
• Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment

What’s on Offer

Our client offers a highly competitive and well-rounded package, including:

• £42,000 – £55,000 salary (dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Hybrid working model with flexibility
• 25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance cover
• Clear career progression pathway to Tax Manager and beyond
• Strong focus on advisory development and technical training
• Access to mentorship from experienced tax specialists
• Wellbeing support programmes and employee initiatives
• Inclusive, collaborative and people-first working culture

Location & Working Arrangements

• Based in the Bolton area
• Hybrid working pattern (typically 2–3 days office-based)
• Flexible working arrangements supported where possible

About Our Client

Our client is a leading independent firm of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisors, recognised for delivering tailored financial and strategic advice. With a strong regional presence and a commitment to developing its people, they provide a progressive environment where individuals can build long-term, successful careers.

Apply Now

If you are an ambitious tax professional looking to develop your advisory career, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Contact:
David Hawthorne-Finch
d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Apply today for a confidential discussion and take the next step in your tax career.

Confidentiality Notice:
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Your details will not be shared with our client without your prior consent.