Practice Accounts and Tax Manager – NHS / GP Clients, London £55,000 – £60,000 per annum

We are working with a national Accountancy Practice, and we are seeking an experienced Accounts and Tax Manager to join our growing team. This role is ideally suited to a professional with a background in GP accounts, NHS payroll, NHS Pension Scheme administration, and taxation.

Applications are welcomed from both part-qualified and fully qualified candidates (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent), as well as individuals qualified through relevant experience. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of GP clients, delivering high-quality accounting, payroll, tax, pension, and advisory services while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements.

Candidates must have practical experience working with GP practices and/or an understanding of NHS payroll processes and NHS Pension Scheme requirements.

Key Responsibility

NHS Payroll & Pension Administration

* Review and oversee NHS payroll processing for GP practices. * Ensure NHS Pension Scheme compliance and accurate pension administration. * Review and submit superannuation certificates. * Liaise with NHS agencies regarding pension matters and payroll-related queries. * Obtain and review Annual Allowance Pension Savings Statements (AAPSS). * Calculate Annual Allowance positions and complete associated RPPS reporting requirements. * Advise GP partners on pension and payroll-related matters where appropriate.

Revised Qualifications & Experience

* Part-qualified or fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent), or qualified through relevant experience. * Essential: Demonstrable experience working with GP practices, including GP accounts, NHS payroll, and NHS Pension Scheme administration. * Essential: Strong understanding of NHS pension regulations, superannuation certificates, Annual Allowance calculations, and associated reporting requirements. * Strong experience in tax compliance and client advisory services. * Sound knowledge of UK tax regulations and filing requirements. * Experience managing client relationships and reviewing the work of junior team members is advantageous. * Proficiency in relevant accounting, payroll, and tax software packages.

Ideal Experience

* GP practice accounting experience and or NHS payroll experience. * NHS Pension Scheme administration experience. * Preparation and review of superannuation certificates. * Annual Allowance and pension tax calculations. * Preparation and review of GP partnership accounts. * Client-facing advisory experience.

Tax Compliance

* Prepare and file tax returns accurately and within agreed deadlines. * Maintain compliance with relevant tax regulations and internal quality standards. * Identify, investigate, and resolve tax-related issues or discrepancies in a timely manner. * Maintain clear, accurate, and complete working papers to support tax computations and filings.

Client Service

* Communicate professionally with clients, manage expectations, and provide timely responses. * Build and maintain strong client relationships to enhance client satisfaction and retention. * Provide practical and proactive advice to clients on accounting, tax, and financial matters.

Team Collaboration

* Work effectively with UK and offshore teams to achieve departmental objectives. * Provide technical guidance, problem-solving support, and training to colleagues. * Support the development and mentoring of junior team members. * Be approachable and available to assist both colleagues and clients.

Operational Excellence

* Effectively manage workloads and priorities to ensure deadlines are met. * Respond promptly to emails, client queries, and internal requests. * Maintain high standards of accuracy, efficiency, and professionalism. * Support process improvements to enhance client service delivery and operational effectiveness.

Continuous Development

* Demonstrate a positive attitude and commitment to ongoing professional development. * Keep up to date with changes in tax legislation, accounting standards, and NHS Pension Scheme regulations. * Seek guidance when appropriate and contribute to a culture of continuous learning. * Assist with onboarding and training of new team members where required.

Office Location:

You can work from any of our clients' office locations, which are mainly based in SE England, i.e., London, Croydon, Farnham, Southampton, and 10 other locations (office-based during probation, with hybrid working arrangements available for discussion upon successful completion of probation). Call us to find out more locations as the company employ 170+ staff.

Salary/Other details

£55,000- £60,000, Holiday and Pension and Hybrid working and a Study Package after probation.

Monday to Friday 9-5 pm, 37.5 hours a week