Practice Accounts and Tax Manager NHS GP Clients

Practice Accounts and Tax Manager - NHS / GP Clients

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

55000- 60000 Holiday and Pension and Hybrid working and a Study Package after probation.

Monday to Friday 9-5 pm 37.5 hours a week

Required Skills:

practice tax

Key Skills
practice, tax,
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Yearly Salary Salary: £ 55000 - 60000