Advising on personal tax matters, self-employed tax, inheritance tax etc. This is commonly possible Some tax specialists choose to work freelance, mainly with smaller business or individual tax clients. Some firms of business advisers and accountants employ freelance tax specialists at busy times of the year. Training All entrants join on a training contract. This involves a mix of work and study for professional qualifications.
Study leave for examinations is provided by the employer.
Following ACA qualifications many tax specialists take ATII examinations. Following ACA qualification, tax specialists may benefit from passing the ATII examinations. Promotion to partnership is possible in the accountancy profession or to departmental head elsewhere. The salary data was collected in May 00 Salaries vary according to location but a substantial increase occurs on ACA qualification. Working hours and conditions Typically includes regular extra hours but not weekends or shifts Much of the work of a tax specialist is office based but visits to clients will be a regular feature.