Senior Tax Associate

MHA | Colchester

Salary: Competitive and negotiable, depending on your experience and expertise.

Are you an experienced Personal Tax professional looking for a role where your technical knowledge, commercial insight, and client focus can make a genuine difference? At MHA, this is more than just a tax role — it’s an opportunity to build a rewarding career within a people-led, ambitious, and highly respected firm.

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Why Join MHA?

At MHA, people are at the centre of everything we do — from our teams and our clients to the wider communities we support. As one of the UK’s top 15 accountancy firms and a proud member of Baker Tilly International, the world’s 8th largest accountancy network, we combine global reach with strong local relationships.

What makes us different is our commitment to creating an environment where people can thrive. You’ll be joining a collaborative and forward-thinking team where your contribution is recognised, your development is supported, and your career ambitions are taken seriously.

We are proud to hold Gold Investors in People accreditation — a reflection of our dedication to nurturing talent, promoting continuous development, and ensuring every individual feels valued.

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The Opportunity

As a Senior Tax Associate, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality Personal Tax services to a varied client portfolio. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced professional environment, managing both compliance and advisory responsibilities, and building trusted client relationships.

Your work will extend beyond technical tax matters. You’ll help clients navigate complex situations, provide practical advice, support junior colleagues, and contribute to the wider success of the team.

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Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for a broad range of Personal Tax duties, including:

• Preparing self-assessment, trust, and partnership tax returns, including more complex cases and work for high-net-worth individuals

• Ensuring tax returns are completed accurately and filed on time

• Maintaining compliance with all tax return control procedures

• Reviewing and updating client PAYE codes

• Completing National Insurance calculations

• Managing correspondence with both clients and HMRC

• Undertaking more complex Capital Gains Tax calculations

• Supporting income tax planning for clients

• Assisting with the development of junior team members, providing clear guidance and support as directed by the Tax Manager

• Helping the Tax Manager monitor junior staff workflow and ensure workloads are being managed effectively

• Taking ownership of your own training and development records

• Managing your time and working practices effectively to maximise profitability and uphold the firm’s strong reputation

• Maintaining excellent personal organisation, setting a professional example for junior colleagues

• Keeping progress reports up to date

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What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone with strong technical ability, a proactive mindset, and the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Currently studying for ATT or recently ATT qualified

• Strong and up-to-date technical tax knowledge

• Familiarity with the firm’s software packages and wider tax systems

• Awareness of departmental objectives and key performance indicators

• Understanding of the firm’s broader services and product offering

• Ability to use relevant software and tools, including:

• Accounts preparation software

• Microsoft Excel

• Microsoft Word

• Email systems

• Ability to draft clear, commercially appropriate correspondence tailored to client needs

• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to present findings clearly to both clients and colleagues

• Willingness to balance the responsibilities of a full-time role with continued professional study

• Flexible and adaptable approach to work

• Strong workload prioritisation and time management skills

• Ability to apply professional judgement where required

• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively

• Natural aptitude for figures and a genuine interest in business and commerce

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• High levels of accuracy, attention to detail, and organisation

• Confident IT skills across Microsoft Office and related applications

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What You’ll Gain

At MHA, we recognise that a fulfilling career is about more than salary alone. Our benefits package is designed to support your professional development, personal wellbeing, and work-life balance.

Our Benefits Include

• Agile working

• Core hours from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

• Two home working days to support flexibility and balance

• Generous annual leave

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

• Option to buy or sell up to 5 days

• 28 days holiday for those on a training contract, plus the option to buy 5 days

• Competitive salary package

• Employee recognition awards, including:

• Outstanding Performance Award

• Discretionary annual bonus

• Additional recognition initiatives

• Structured succession planning

• A newly enhanced programme to help support your long-term career progression

• Supportive management structure focused on helping you achieve your potential

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Free, confidential 24/7 support service

• Unlimited counselling sessions

• Access to virtual doctors for you and your family

• And much more

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A Career That Goes Further

This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm where your expertise will be valued, your voice will be heard, and your growth will be encouraged. If you are looking to take the next step in your Personal Tax career within a progressive and supportive environment, MHA could be the right place for you.

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Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re ready to bring your Personal Tax expertise to a firm that invests in its people and offers genuine career progression, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and elevate your career with MHA in Colchester.