Who are MHA Moore and Smalley?
MHA Moore and Smalley is a leading independent provider of accounting, business advisory and wealth management services. We have offices in Preston, Blackpool, East Midlands, Kendal, Lancaster, Liverpool, Manchester and Southport, with over 300 partners and staff advising clients across the UK. We are also part of a global network of firms, helping clients with international trade matters
Our Mission: Engage with our clients and our people to deliver technical excellence and quality in everything we do. Our Values:
Delivering outstanding client service.
Creating a friendly, positive environment
Striving to be the best we can be
Doing the right thing
Putting something back
Why work for MHA Moore and Smalley?
- We are a top 50 award winning professional services firm
- Part of a national and international network of firms with global opportunities
- Clear career opportunities and progression paths
- Pay progression linked to role development
- We have an excellent reputation for training staff in a friendly and welcoming environment
- Focus on work/life balance – flexible working patterns/locations
- We are accredited “Investors in People”
- Great social life and involvement in community and charitable initiatives
- Popular staff social club with subsidised events throughout the year
- A diverse work family
- Benefits package including: pension scheme, life assurance, flexible benefits (such as options to buy/sell annual leave, cycle to work scheme and dental insurance)
The Role
(Key responsibilities)
- Supporting the tax partners and directors on a variety of tax planning projects, including some or all of the following:
- Company restructuring
- Employee share schemes
- Dividend planning
- Alphabet share structures
- EIS and SEIS shares
- Acquisition and disposal of private companies / unincorporated businesses
- Management buy outs
- Private client management
- Non UK resident individuals, companies and trusts
- Corporate tax advisory, e.g. loan relationships and derivatives
- Year-end tax planning
The projects undertaken will be dependent on client requirements, but the successful candidate will have the flexibility and aptitude to work on a wide range of issues as they arise.
Experience, Skills and Qualifications required
Candidates will need to have a natural ability to work well with people and be able to develop long lasting and trusting relationships with our clients. A commitment to delivering exceptional client service alongside being a good team player will be the key to success in this role.
To be considered for this position, applicants will need to have:
ACA or ACCA qualification
CTA qualification considered desirable but not essential (for the right candidate we can provide study support towards achieving this qualification)
Knowledge of corporate, personal, business and capital taxes
Confidence in taking the initiative on projects
The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and to tailor communication appropriately
The ability to work as part of a team
A strong commercial awareness and strong attention to detail
Flexibility in working practices to support client needs
A solution focused approach