Sopher + Co

Personal Tax Senior Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Borehamwood Salary: £Competitive About Us Established in 1975, Sopher + Co is a trusted business adviser of choice for entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, high net worth individuals, professional partnerships and expats. Our roots in Elstree led to our early client base in the media and entertainment industry. Since then we have grown immensely, with our portfolio now spanning over 20 industries. Our success is within our people - with endless opportunities and open-mind approach, Sopher + Co is a place where you can drive your career and ambitions forward, sharing and promoting our commitment to excellent client experience. We are looking for an experienced Tax Senior to join our growing Tax team in our Borehamwood office. The role offers variety, autonomy and the opportunity to work with an incredibly broad range of clients. You'll also be responsible for preparing and reviewing tax returns, ATED and P11Ds for a portfolio of clients including individuals, partnerships and trusts. Assisting Managers with HMRC enquires, technical research and ad hoc advice. Other duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Prepare tax returns for a diverse range of clients including individuals, sole traders, partnerships and trusts Review and advise managers on clients' residency and non-domiciliary status including where applicable reference to the remittance basis charge Prepare various tax forms, including but not limited to P11ds, PSA, and ATEDs and elections for clients where required Effectively communicate queries to clients as required Undertake technical research for clients and tax consultants as required Ensure all client work is completed within specific budgets, and timeframes keeping Tax Manager informed at all times of progress of assignments Ensure timesheets are completed daily with full narrative and submitted weekly Keep abreast of developments in taxation and relevant computer software Attend all allocated internal and external training sessions as required Provide assistance to junior members of the team About you Sopher + Co take pride in their employees and their achievements whilst praising and recognising hard work. We are looking for people who embrace the 3 C's - change, challenge and commitment. You will also have/be: ATT qualified highly desirable. Previous professional practice experience in taxation Experience of at least four tax seasons and good working knowledge of the SRT, tax treatment of non-doms and the remittance basis Solid understanding of tax software Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel Strong communication skills between clients, staff and management Strong interpersonal skills between clients, staff and management Advanced computer operational skills Excellent time management skills Experience working with CCH and Virtual Cabinet The ability to work with prestigious clients who require complete confidentiality The ability to self-manage and work autonomously In Return We will offer you a competitive package, including extensive benefits for you and your family, a comfortable warm and friendly environment with great people and the chance to work with some of the most prestigious clients that no other family-based firm can offer. Sopher + Co strongly believe in staff development and continuously encourage internal progression. Sopher + Co is committed to the principle of equality of opportunity in employment and we expect all our employees to act in accordance with this policy, we recognise the key role it plays in the success of our business. JBRP1_UKTJ

Personal Tax Senior Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Borehamwood Salary: £Competitive About Us Established in 1975, Sopher + Co is a trusted business adviser of choice for entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, high net worth individuals, professional partnerships and expats. Our roots in Elstree led to our early client base in the media and entertainment industry. Since then we have grown immensely, with our portfolio now spanning over 20 industries. Our success is within our people - with endless opportunities and open-mind approach, Sopher + Co is a place where you can drive your career and ambitions forward, sharing and promoting our commitment to excellent client experience. We are looking for an experienced Tax Senior to join our growing Tax team in our Borehamwood office. The role offers variety, autonomy and the opportunity to work with an incredibly broad range of clients. You ll also be responsible for preparing and reviewing tax returns, ATED and P11Ds for a portfolio of clients including individuals, partnerships and trusts. Assisting Managers with HMRC enquires, technical research and ad hoc advice. Other duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Prepare tax returns for a diverse range of clients including individuals, sole traders, partnerships and trusts Review and advise managers on clients residency and non-domiciliary status including where applicable reference to the remittance basis charge Prepare various tax forms, including but not limited to P11ds, PSA, and ATEDs and elections for clients where required Effectively communicate queries to clients as required Undertake technical research for clients and tax consultants as required Ensure all client work is completed within specific budgets, and timeframes keeping Tax Manager informed at all times of progress of assignments Ensure timesheets are completed daily with full narrative and submitted weekly Keep abreast of developments in taxation and relevant computer software Attend all allocated internal and external training sessions as required Provide assistance to junior members of the team About you Sopher + Co take pride in their employees and their achievements whilst praising and recognising hard work. We are looking for people who embrace the 3 C s change, challenge and commitment. You will also have/be: ATT qualified highly desirable. Previous professional practice experience in taxation Experience of at least four tax seasons and good working knowledge of the SRT, tax treatment of non-doms and the remittance basis Solid understanding of tax software Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel Strong communication skills between clients, staff and management Strong interpersonal skills between clients, staff and management Advanced computer operational skills Excellent time management skills Experience working with CCH and Virtual Cabinet The ability to work with prestigious clients who require complete confidentiality The ability to self-manage and work autonomously In Return We will offer you a competitive package, including extensive benefits for you and your family, a comfortable warm and friendly environment with great people and the chance to work with some of the most prestigious clients that no other family-based firm can offer. Sopher + Co strongly believe in staff development and continuously encourage internal progression. Sopher + Co is committed to the principle of equality of opportunity in employment and we expect all our employees to act in accordance with this policy, we recognise the key role it plays in the success of our business.

Audit Supervisor Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Borehamwood Salary: £Competitive About Us Established in 1975, Sopher + Co is a trusted business adviser of choice for entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, high net worth individuals, professional partnerships and expats. Our roots in Elstree led to our early client base in the media and entertainment industry. Since then we have grown immensely, with our portfolio now spanning over 20 industries. Our success is within our people - with endless opportunities and open-mind approach, Sopher + Co is a place where you can drive your career and ambitions forward, sharing and promoting our commitment to excellent client experience. At Sopher + Co we make it our business to understand and add value to our clients personal and business affairs whilst building a lasting relationship based on trust and mutual respect. That s why so many prestigious clients in the world of entertainment, media, music and show business recommend us year after year. We re looking for an experienced Audit Supervisor to provide accurate auditing and assurance services to a diverse range of clients, as directed by Manager/Director, within budget and in accordance with firm procedures. In addition, assisting in the development of team members to ensure they have the knowledge and skill to perform their job. Be the first point of contact for allocated clients and obtain the information required from the client Identify and develop new client opportunities. Develop strong relationships internally and externally to leverage work opportunities. Ability to cross sell opportunities Proactive identification of key risk areas in audit planning process including identifying audit and control risks and tailoring of audit programs Review and prepare financial statements for diverse range of client assignments as required Preparation of audit planning memorandum, programs and budget in a timely manner Solid understanding and performance of substantive and compliance testing and evaluation and resolution of errors Ensure all areas of responsibility on audit assignment are fully completed in an accurate and timely manner. Solid management and co-ordination of the audit team in accordance with time and budget constraints Ensure accurate and efficient resolution of audit files with client/audit staff in a timely manner. Provide feedback to junior audit staff on their performance and linking to potential training and development areas Investigate and provide recommendations for audit review queries. Ensure all relevant review and action points have been adequately addressed Supervise client audit engagements, which include planning executing, directing, and completing financial audits, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements and Sopher + Co standards Prepare appropriate audit report Manage, coordinate and delegate client work to junior team members with an appropriate level of capability Review junior team members work, ensuring compliance with Sopher + Co standards Ensure WIP levels are kept within set budgets and advise Manager of potential budget over runs Draft Bills for clients and submit to Manager for approval Assist in preparation of audit fee quotes for small to medium audit assignments Induct, mentor, train and assist junior level team members to maximise their performance About you Advanced professional accounting practice experience Solid understanding of accounting and audit software Strong MS Excel skills, ideally to advanced level ACA or ACCA qualified High level communication skills between clients, staff and management Good interpersonal skills with clients, staff and management Strong time management skills and not fazed by deadlines High level management / leadership / supervisory skills Ability to work unsupervised High level time management skills Ability to work autonomously In Return We will offer you a competitive package, including extensive benefits for you and your family, a comfortable, warm and friendly environment and the chance to work with some of the most prestigious clients that no other family-based firm can offer. Sopher + Co strongly believe in staff development and continuously encourage internal progression. Sopher + Co is committed to the principle of equality of opportunity in employment and we expect all our employees to act in accordance with this policy, we recognise the key role it plays in the success of our business.

Offering extensive benefits, continued career progression, and an open-mind approach, Sopher + Co is a place where you can drive your career and ambitions forward. Our teams of professionals will assist you in achieving your career goals in an atmosphere of respect, understanding and full support. Sopher + Co are Accountants and Tax Advisers who make it their business to understand and add value to clients personal and business affairs. We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Tax Senior to join our growing Tax team in Borehamwood. Role responsibilities for the Personal Tax Senior: Reviewing and advising managers on clients' residency and non-domiciliary status including where applicable reference to the remittance basis charge Preparing tax returns for a diverse range of clients including individuals, sole traders, partnerships and trusts Preparing various tax forms, including but not limited to P11D's, PSA, NRL returns and ATED's and elections for clients where required Reviewing tax notices and preparing correspondence to clients Ensuring all client work is completed within specific budgets and timeframes, keeping the Tax Manager informed of assignments progress Effectively communicating queries to clients as required Keeping abreast of developments in taxation Undertaking technical research for clients and tax consultants Responding to client queries providing full confidentiality, transparency and exceeding expectations whenever possible Other ad hoc duties as requested by Manager Requirements for the Personal Tax Senior: ATT qualified highly desirable Previous professional practice experience in taxation Solid working knowledge of the SRT, Tax treatment of non-doms and the remittance basis Experience of four or more tax seasons is advantageous A keen eye for detail A solid understanding of taxation software Able to spot any inaccuracies or duplications and provide resolutions Efficient and accurate Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work to tight deadlines Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel The ability to self-manage and work autonomously Benefits: We offer a competitive package including extensive benefits for you and your family, a comfortable warm and friendly environment with great people and the chance to work with some of the most prestigious clients that no other family-based firm can offer. Sopher + Co take pride in their employees and their achievements whilst praising and recognising hard work. We strongly believe in staff development and continuously encourage internal progression.