2423 — Taxation experts

What this occupation covers

Taxation experts advise on tax matters and assess tax liabilities.

Typical duties

examines accounts of industrial, commercial and other establishments to determine their tax liability and adjusts claims where necessary

considers particular problems concerning all forms of personal and company taxation

stays abreast of all changes in tax law and precedent

discusses disputed cases with accountants and other specialists

represents Government, client or employer in contested claims before tax officials or an independent tribunal

Entry routes and qualifications

Entry is possible with GCSEs/S grades or a BTEC/ SQA award, although many entrants possess a degree or equivalent qualification. A professional qualification is required in either accountancy or taxation. Training is undertaken on-the-job and usually takes approximately four years to complete.

Sponsorship information

Higher Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

Full Table 1 going rate: £48,500 at 37.5 hours. The applicable salary requirement can differ: use the calculator.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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