US/UK Tax Trainee

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated US/UK Tax Trainee to join their friendly team in Kentish Town. This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate with a strong numerical background and a keen interest in taxation and accounting. You will receive comprehensive training in US and UK tax regulations, while working closely with experienced professionals. The role involves preparing client casework, conducting research, and liaising with clients. With a competitive salary and bonus scheme, this position offers a promising career path in the niche field of expatriate tax advisory. If you're enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and eager to learn, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduate with a strong numerical background and interest in tax and accounting.
• Quick learner with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing client casework and handling client issues.
• Learn US and UK taxation rules and apply them accurately.

Skills

Numerical Analysis

Attention to Detail

Initiative

Research Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree from a Russell Group University

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Complex Tax Software

Job description

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Do you have a strong numerical background with an interest in taxation and accounting? Our client is looking for a graduate to join their team as a US/UK Tax Trainee.

About the Company:

Our client is a boutique, growing international tax advisory firm looking to hire a graduate to be trained in the preparation and advisory of US taxes for American expats living in the UK as well as UK taxes for non-dom taxpayers. These areas are significantly more complex than regular UK tax and are a very niche area of practice.

They offer a range of accounting services, including tax planning and compliance, financial reporting, and bookkeeping. The company's tax experts help clients navigate the complex tax landscape and minimise their tax liability, while the financial reporting and bookkeeping services ensure accurate and timely financial information that enables informed decision-making.

This firm is dedicated to helping their clients navigate the complex world of US & UK taxes in the most efficient ways.

We are easy-going in life but serious about our work, and are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic, and competent trainee to assist the Partners and team in the preparation of client case work and handling client issues. We will train you from the ground up and support you in the process of becoming an Enrolled Agent (the IRS qualification for tax advisors) and ATT. If you perform well, you could build a very successful career in the dual US/UK area.

The Role:

Based in Kentish Town, as a Tax Trainee, you will assist the partners and team in preparing client casework and handling client issues. In the first instance, your responsibilities will include:

1. Learning the rules regarding taxation of US citizens abroad including: what is taxable income, treatment of capital gains and investment income, foreign tax credits, dealing with foreign corporations owned by US citizens
2. Learning the rules regarding UK taxes for non-domiciled and regular UK taxpayers
3. Using MS Excel to organize, analyse, and manipulate client information
4. Performing the initial processing and primary preparation of client case work using complex tax software to produce the first draft of client output
5. Liaising with clients to request outstanding information and update them on progress
6. Performing research into various tax topics as necessary
7. Assisting with the management of the overall client portfolio

We require someone who completes their work to a high standard, has very good attention to detail, can take initiative, learn quickly, and fit well within the team.

About You:

• To be a graduate with at least a 2:1 degree score from a Russell Group university (or equivalent).
• To be very numerate, able to understand complex concepts, and apply them to new scenarios; capable of handling lots of numbers accurately.
• To have a very good attention to detail, be a quick learner, and be well organized.
• To demonstrate an interest in tax, accounting, numbers, logic, law, or language.
• A strong work ethic, enthusiasm, proactivity, and ability to work independently. Must live within an easy commute of Camden Town, London (NW1).
• Impeccable written and spoken English skills, including a good telephone manner.
• Competent with intermediate use of Microsoft Excel and other MS Office products.
• Ability to work well within a small team.

Company Benefits:

• Bonus scheme on top of a competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Opportunity to work for a leading expatriate tax advisory firm
• A high-quality, professional, and friendly team
• Salary ranging from £27,000 to £33,000 per annum plus bonus