Hold ACA, ACCA, CTA, or ATT qualifications, or be part-qualified and working toward them.
Have solid experience in a tax advisory role within an accountancy or professional services firm.
Have strong technical knowledge across a range of taxes, with particular interest in owner-managed business and private client work.
Explain complex points clearly to clients and colleagues.
Manage own workload and deadlines with attention to detail.
Work collaboratively and share knowledge with colleagues.
Bring a curious, innovative mindset and seek effective solutions for clients.
Responsibilities
Deliver practical, commercial tax advice to owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs, and private clients, covering corporation tax, VAT, capital gains, inheritance tax, and succession planning.
Identify client opportunities and risks and translate technical tax rules into clear recommendations.
Plan and lead advisory projects, including business sales, restructures, share schemes, and profit extractions, from initial discussions through final reports.
Work with managers, directors, and colleagues across the group to bring in specialist input, including research and development, capital allowances, and corporate finance.
Build long-term client relationships and understand clients’ business and personal goals.
Review and sign off tax computations and returns, supporting compliance colleagues when needed.
Coach and develop trainees and keep up to date with legislative changes.
Forbes Dawson is a specialist tax advisory practice that sits within the DJH group. Our team is at the heart of everything we achieve, and no matter how much we grow, looking after our people will always be our #1 priority. We come in all shapes and sizes, with different qualities, experience and knowledge.
As a Tax Advisory Consultant, you'll be at the heart of our tax team, working directly with managers and directors to give clients clear, proactive advice that makes a real difference. No two days look the same, and you'll have the support and room to grow your own client portfolio. You'll:
Deliver practical, commercial tax advice to owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs and private clients, from corporation tax and VAT to capital gains, inheritance tax and succession planning
Spot opportunities and risks for clients, turning technical tax rules into clear, plain English recommendations they can act on
Plan and lead advisory projects such as business sales, restructures, share schemes and extractions of profit, from first conversation to final report
Work alongside managers, directors and colleagues across the group to bring in specialist input, including R&D, capital allowances and corporate finance
Build long-lasting relationships and become the trusted go-to for your clients, getting under the skin of their business and personal goals
Review and sign off tax computations and returns, supporting compliance colleagues where needed
Coach and develop trainees, and keep up to date with legislative change so our advice stays ahead of the curve
Hungry for a new challenge, you'll:
Hold ACA, ACCA, CTA or ATT qualifications, or be part-qualified and working towards them
Have solid experience in a tax advisory role within an accountancy or professional services firm
Bring strong technical knowledge across a range of taxes, with a particular interest in owner-managed business and private client work
Communicate brilliantly, explaining complex points simply to clients and colleagues alike
Be confident managing your own workload and deadlines, with a keen eye for detail
Enjoy working as part of a team and sharing knowledge with the people around you
Have a curious, innovative mindset and a passion for finding the best solution for every client