Tax Senior Job

In Chester

The Role

Ref: JO0000009280GH

  • Permanent
  • Chester
  • 36,000 - £47,000 GBP / Year
  • Salary: £36,000 - £47,000

Tax Senior job Chester | Personal Tax Senior Chester | Hybrid tax role Chester | Work from home

leading Chester-based accountancy firm is looking to recruit a Tax Senior / Personal Tax Senior to join their growing Private Client Tax team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Personal Tax Advisor who enjoys client interaction and wants to build a long-term career in Personal Tax within a highly regarded firm.

The role is predominantly focused on Personal Tax compliance and Self Assessment, with the opportunity to gain valuable exposure to Trusts, Inheritance Tax (IHT), Estates, and potentially some Corporation Tax depending on experience and interest.

Salary: £36,000 to £47,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications).

The Opportunity

This Chester-based firm has a strong reputation across Cheshire and the North West, with a loyal client base and a stable, supportive working environment. Their tax department is growing and workload is increasing, making this the ideal time to join.

You’ll work closely with the Tax Manager and become a key part of the team, helping manage a busy Personal Tax portfolio and delivering an excellent service to clients.

Key Responsibilities

As a Tax Senior / Private Client Tax Senior, your role will include:

  • Managing a portfolio of Personal Tax clients
  • Preparing and reviewing Self Assessment Tax Returns
  • Handling high-volume Personal Tax compliance work in a structured and organised way
  • Communicating with clients and providing day-to-day tax support
  • Supporting advisory work as your experience grows
  • Developing exposure to:
    • Trusts
    • Inheritance Tax (IHT)
    • Estates / succession planning
  • Potential involvement in Corporation Tax work (if desired)
  • Working with IRIS tax software (experience preferred but not essential)

This is a true accountancy firm tax job in Chester, offering long-term development and excellent progression.

Requirements (Skills & Experience)

To be considered for this Tax Senior job in Chester, you should have:

  • Experience working in accountancy practice / public practice
  • A background in Personal Tax and Self Assessment
  • Ideally 3–5 years experience in Personal Tax (flexible for the right candidate)
  • Confidence speaking with clients and building relationships
  • Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage deadlines
  • A methodical approach and good attention to detail
  • An interest in developing knowledge in Trusts and IHT experience areas

Qualifications (Flexible)

This firm will consider candidates who are:

  • ATT / AAT studying or qualified
  • ACA / ACCA studying or qualified
  • CTA aspirants (study support can be provided)
  • Qualified by experience (QBE) with strong Personal Tax experience

The key requirement is attitude: they want someone bright, driven, professional, and keen to progress.

Hybrid Working, Benefits & Location

  • This is a highly attractive hybrid tax role in Chester, offering flexibility from day one:
  • Hybrid working from day one (typically 1–2 days per week in the office)
  • Work from home available (3–4 days per week depending on preference)
  • More office-based for the first 1–2 weeks for onboarding
  • Office based in central Chester
  • Free parking provided
  • Working hours: 9:00am – 5:30pm (1 hour lunch)
  • Holiday: 22 days + bank holidays + Christmas closure
  • Study support available (ATT / CTA and wider development)

Why Apply?

If you’re looking for a Personal Tax Senior job in Chester, this is a superb opportunity to join a firm that offers:

  • A Personal Tax focused role (not heavily Corporate Tax)
  • Hybrid working and genuine flexibility
  • Supportive leadership and clear progression
  • Exposure to Trusts, Estates and IHT
  • The chance to grow into a key member of the tax team

Apply Now – Tax Senior Job in Chester (Hybrid Working) – £36,000 to £47,000

If you’re a Tax Senior / Personal Tax Advisor / Private Client Tax Senior looking for a new opportunity in Chester, Cheshire or the wider North West, with hybrid working and long-term progression, please apply today.

Apply now for this Tax Senior job in Chester.

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About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms. 

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new accountancy jobs in Chester and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role. 

Call us for a confidential chat on 0333 577 7787 or upload your CV here. 

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