Accounts and Tax Senior

Old Mill; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A rural-focused accountancy firm in Yeovil is seeking an experienced Rural Accountant with specialized tax expertise. This role involves collaborating with Rural Advisers to provide tailored tax solutions for rural businesses. The ideal candidate will have a solid accountancy background and exceptional communication skills to build strong client relationships. Offering a hybrid work model, this position provides the opportunity to contribute significantly to a diverse portfolio of clients. A generous benefits package, including professional development support, is also available.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Allowance

Flexible Working

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing Professional Development

Pension Scheme

Perks and Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience handling tax aspects of client work.
• Ability to manage multiple client accounts effectively.
• Previous experience in a similar role within a practice environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Rural Advisers to provide tax services.
• Prepare tax-related reports and oversee tax return preparation.
• Identify opportunities to add value to rural businesses.

Skills

Tax expertise

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Education

Solid accountancy background

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Rural Accountant with a focus on tax to join our Rural Team, supporting our Senior Rural Advisers with a diverse and growing portfolio of rural businesses.

What you'll do:

• You’ll take on tax-specific work within the wider rural portfolio, collaborating closely with the Rural Advisers and liaising with the Tax Team to ensure the effective delivery of tax services, while supporting the overall client experience.
• Work closely with the Rural Advisers and the wider Rural Team to address the unique tax needs of rural businesses, ensuring deadlines and compliance requirements are met.
• Support the Rural Advisers in preparing tax-related reports, accounts, and non-compliance work, helping to ease their workload and ensure seamless client service.
• Review and oversee the preparation of tax returns and accounts, focusing on delivering accurate, timely, and tailored advice to rural clients.
• Proactively identify opportunities to add value to rural businesses, offering practical tax solutions and working with specialists within the firm where necessary.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with your rural clients, providing them with expert guidance on both tax and broader accountancy matters.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity for an accountant with a passion for the rural sector and tax expertise. While prior rural experience is beneficial, what matters most is your drive to support our rural clients and help them achieve their goals.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a solid accountancy background, with experience handling the tax aspects of client work

You will also have excellent communication skills to build strong relationships with rural clients and colleagues. Previous experience in a similar role within a practice environment is essential, along with the ability to manage multiple client accounts and deadlines effectively.

About Us

At Old Mill, we believe that respect, trust, and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. With a team of over 350 professionals, we combine the close-knit culture of a local firm with the capabilities of a much larger organisation. We create a positive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and be part of something meaningful.

Our open-minded and passionate culture means we embrace challenges, continually seek improvement, and celebrate the diversity of ideas. Whether you're collaborating with colleagues or working directly with our clients, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact.

We take pride in fostering a supportive, inclusive environment that values professional growth, flexible working, and individual wellbeing. Old Mill is a place where you can build a fulfilling career, backed by strong values and a culture of continuous learning.

At Old Mill, we go beyond the basics to offer a benefits package designed to support your personal and professional growth:

• Generous Holiday Allowance – Start with 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days.
• Celebrate Your Birthday – Enjoy an extra day off to celebrate.
• Flexible Working – Hybrid working model with 3 days a week in the office, allowing for a great work-life balance.
• Employee Assistance Programme – Confidential support available 24/7 for your mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• Ongoing Professional Development – Full funding for your professional qualifications, with continuous learning opportunities.
• Perks and Discounts – Access to exclusive employee discounts on a wide range of products and services.
• Pension Scheme – A competitive pension to help plan for your future.

We’d love to chat! For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Emma Coleman, at [e-mail]

• Reference code: Accounts and Tax Senior - sentaxrur
• Location:
  Yeovil, England, United Kingdom