Financial Services - US Global Compliance & Reporting - Tax Advisor

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking motivated individuals to join their dynamic U.S. tax compliance team in London. As part of a growing practice, you will assist in the preparation of tax compliance deliverables for clients in the asset management sector, including hedge funds and private equity. The role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment, where you will collaborate with experienced professionals and contribute to high-quality client service. If you are eager to learn and grow in the financial services industry, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career development support

Comprehensive Total Rewards package

Coaching from engaging colleagues

Opportunities to develop new skills

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting or taxation required.
• Experience with partnership taxation is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing US tax compliance processes for hedge funds and real estate.
• Research US tax legislation and prepare client-friendly presentations.

Skills

Partnership taxation

Willingness to learn

Team player attitude

Education

Degree in accounting or taxation

Enrolled Agent or CPA qualification

Job description

Location: London

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: 16 Mar 2025

Requisition ID: 1532987

EY’s Financial Services (FS) Tax practice provides tax advisory, transactions and compliance services to a variety of clients in the Financial Services market ranging from some of the world's largest multinational institutions, corporations and funds. The U.S. tax compliance reporting team continues to experience growth due to strong client demand from London based clients.

The opportunity

Our London based team of U.S.-qualified tax professionals is a growing practice of 50+ individuals focused on providing excellent client service to the asset management industry including real estate, private equity and hedge funds and their management companies. The team is highly dynamic and is looking for motivated, energetic and collaborative individuals to join the team in London.

Your key responsibilities

The role will involve assisting in the preparation of hedge fund, real estate or private equity US tax compliance processes and deliverables for your clients with appropriate consideration of risk, operational, and tax technical issues. The team is looking for energetic individuals beginning their career journey in the world of U.S. tax. This includes researching US tax legislation, assisting in preparing client-friendly presentations, and ensuring our deliverables are produced with a high level of service.

Skills and attributes for success

• Experience with partnership taxation.
• Willingness to learn new concepts with minimal guidance with adequate support.
• Positive attitude and willingness to be a team player.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Degree/master’s degree in accounting or taxation (or equivalent).
• Enrolled Agent or Certified Public Accountant qualification (or working towards one)
• Basic knowledge of partnership and U.S. international tax concepts and related tax laws
• Is flexible, agile, and can adapt to the high pace industry of financial services
• Has other interests operationally (recruiting, technology, marketing, etc)
• Is willing to understand and share the firm’s values
• Is aware of diversity, equity, and inclusive topics and brings their own experiences to solve related issues
• Be authentic and demonstrate integrity and professionalism on a consistent basis

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Asset Management industry experience and product knowledge (preferred but not required)

What we look for

We’re interested to hear from highly motivated individuals who are open to expanding their network & exploring ways to evolve into a global professional, in line with the future of EY. We’re looking for someone who has a background in both tax accounting and compliance and has a desire to develop excellent client relationship skills.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.