UK & US Tax Manager
UK & US Tax Manager
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Job Description
A specialist advisory firm is seeking an experienced US/UK tax professional to join its London-based team. The firm is one of a limited number in the UK providing in-depth wealth and tax planning services tailored to US-connected individuals.
Role Overview
This is a dual-handling role involving both US and UK personal tax compliance and advisory work with a strong emphasis on servicing high-net-worth clients. The successful candidate will manage a varied portfolio participate in identifying tax planning opportunities and contribute to the development of the team and wider business.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage a portfolio of private clients to ensure timely and accurate compliance with both US and UK personal tax obligations.
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Review and sign off tax returns prepared by junior staff prior to submission to relevant tax authorities.
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Identify and clearly communicate potential technical issues and compliance risks.
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Support and mentor junior team members to facilitate their professional development.
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Recognise and contribute to business development and growth opportunities.
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Take ownership of engagement finances including fee management and budgeting.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will bring a strong mix of technical expertise leadership capability and client-handling skills. Specific requirements include:
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At least six years of experience working in US/UK private client tax ideally involving high-net-worth individuals.
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Enrolled Agent (EA) or CPA qualification required.
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UK tax qualification such as ATT is preferred; CTA is advantageous but not essential.
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Familiarity with CCH Axcess or CCH ProSystem software.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
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A collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
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Confident in managing workloads and delegating effectively to meet deadlines.
Employment Package
A competitive compensation package is offered commensurate with experience. Additional benefits include:
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Pension scheme via salary sacrifice (Employer: 5% Employee: 3%) subject to eligibility.
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Annual Christmas bonus equivalent to one weeks salary.
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Discretionary summer bonus.
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Commission opportunities for referred new business.
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Private medical insurance after three-month probation (taxable benefit).
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Death in service cover (4x annual salary).
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Group income protection scheme non-contributory post-probation.
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25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (3 days typically taken during the festive period).
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Recruitment referral bonus.
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Flexible working hours.
Employment Type
Full Time
