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Corporate and Business Tax Placement Year (Undergraduate Programme)

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Legal
    Accounting & Tax
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must be a university student seeking a placement, with 112 UCAS points, on track for a 2:2, enthusiastic, reliable, and able to work in the UK.
  • You will manage multiple projects, impact clients' businesses through tax compliance and advisory, analyze financial statements, and learn corporate tax legislation with support and training.

Requirements

  • If you are a current university student, looking to complete a placement year as part of your undergraduate degree, and interested in pursuing a career in corporate tax after graduation, this could be the opportunity for you!
  • Enthusiasm for building strong relationships and collaborating with clients and colleagues, with close support from your manager
  • A proactive, results-driven attitude that ensures excellent client service
  • Strong commitment and reliability, enabling you to balance your studies and exams (with paid study leave) alongside your full-time role and responsibilities
  • A growth mindset and adaptable approach, with a willingness to continuously acquire new skills and knowledge, supported by your manager, apprenticeship coach and dedicated early talent team
  • In order to be eligible for the programme, you will also need:
  • Have obtained at least 112 UCAS points from three A-Levels, or equivalent qualifications
  • Be on track to achieve a 2:2 or above, from a degree in any discipline
  • Be available and permitted to work in the UK, from the start date of the programme

Responsibilities

  • You’ll work with all kinds of clients, from large corporate groups to single entities. Our clients choose us because we understand them so well, so you’ll get to know our corporate clients and their owners, uncovering the obstacles they face, their preferences and the ways their industries work. The experience is varied. Some projects last a few days, others a few weeks. We encourage you to take responsibility early on, and you’ll get to grips with all aspects of the role. You’ll predominantly work with our Corporate and Business Tax team which provides a range of services to clients of the wider firm and tax only clients.
  • Along with the support of your team and the training you’ll receive, you’ll be:
  • Managing your time and communicating effectively with those you work as you typically working on around three projects a week, picking up ad-hoc tasks along the way
  • Making a direct impact on your clients’ business with tasks ranging from the annual tax compliance cycle (including a growing portfolio of large, complex international clients), tax audit, and working on bespoke tax advisory projects
  • Understanding a company’s financial statements and information, inputting relevant data into Alphatax, the software used for the preparation of corporation tax returns
  • Developing knowledge and understanding of tax legislation and adjustments required in a tax computation in order to calculate a company’s liability to tax
  • Receiving training across corporate tax such as transfer pricing, R&D and creative tax
  • You’ll receive support and guidance in all your tasks, as you gain exposure across the wider business and learn the different ways we support and engage with our clients.

FAQs

What is the main purpose of this placement year at Moore Kingston Smith?

The main purpose of this placement year is to help students develop professional skills, technical knowledge, and valuable experience in corporate tax, preparing them for a career in this field after graduation.

What types of clients will I work with during this placement?

You will work with a diverse range of clients, from large corporate groups to single entities, across various sectors.

What are some key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include managing your time and projects, engaging in the annual tax compliance cycle, participating in tax audits, understanding financial statements, and receiving training in corporate tax areas like transfer pricing and R&D.

What qualifications do I need to be eligible for this placement?

You need to have obtained at least 112 UCAS points from three A-Levels, be on track to achieve a 2:2 or above from a degree in any discipline, and be available to work in the UK.

Does this role offer training opportunities?

Yes, you will receive training across various aspects of corporate tax, including specific areas like transfer pricing and creative tax.

What skills are important for this role?

Important skills include the ability to build strong relationships, a proactive and results-driven attitude, reliability in balancing studies and work, and a growth mindset with a willingness to learn.

What is the recruitment process for this placement?

The recruitment process consists of four stages: application, interactive assessment, a virtual interview with the Early Talent team, and a final interview at the office you are being considered for.

Will I receive support during the recruitment process?

Yes, the Early Talent team provides support throughout the recruitment process and can discuss any individual support or accommodations you may need.

How is Moore Kingston Smith positioned in the market?

Moore Kingston Smith is a multi-disciplinary advisory, tax, and audit firm working with clients of varying sizes, uniquely positioned to provide expertise and support across multiple sectors.

What kind of work environment can I expect at Moore Kingston Smith?

You can expect a personal and friendly working environment that emphasizes collaboration and respect, where understanding client needs is at the heart of the firm's operations.

Accounting
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1923
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Moore Kingston Smith is a dynamic, leading UK firm of accountants and business advisers. We have been helping clients thrive since 1923. As trusted advisers to businesses, private individuals and not for profit organisations, we are passionate about helping our clients achieve their ambitions. We are committed to supporting them through good and tough times. Our highly experienced people have the strategic insight, drive and dedication to deliver results. With over 70 partners and more than 650 people based in and around London, we are a leading member of the Moore Global Network. An international family made up of over 30,000 people across more than 100 countries, members connect and collaborate to take care of our clients’ needs – at a local, national and international level.

Benefits

  • Pensions including auto-enrolment

    Pensions are compulsory under auto-enrolment regulations. A good pension scheme is an excellent tool for employee retention and reward. Schemes where the employer contributions are higher than the statutory minimum, of course, have the competitive edge. Often seen as complex and confusing, pensions should fit the specific requirements and demographics of each organisation. A reliable benchmarking review against sector and market is a good first step.

  • Group life assurance (also known as group death in service)

    In the event of an employee’s death, this pays a lump sum to beneficiaries, usually their spouse or children. It is either a fixed monetary amount or a multiple of basic salary. It is set up under a discretionary trust, so the sum assured is paid outside the probate system. This means it is not liable to inheritance tax. Premiums are a tax-deductible expense for the employer and a non-taxable benefit in kind for the employee.

  • Group income protection

    In the event of long-term incapacity following illness or injury, the employee receives a continuing income. It takes over from an organisation’s standard sick pay arrangement. It pays a percentage of the employee’s salary monthly for a specific duration or until a certain age. It can also cover pension and national insurance contributions. It can include an absence management service and rehabilitation support during the employee’s recuperation. The benefit is paid gross to the employer, with the employee then paid via the PAYE system, minus tax and national insurance contributions. Premiums are a tax-deductible expense for the employer and a non-taxable benefit in kind for the employee.

  • Group critical illness

    In the event of a serious, life-threatening illness, an employee receives a tax-free lump sum – either a fixed amount or a multiple of their salary. The payment is triggered when an employee survives for a specified period. This is regardless of the employee’s ability to continue working or recovery duration. Each insurer defines the medical conditions covered which include the most serious conditions, such as cancer, kidney failure and heart attack. Employers can choose to include extra conditions. Premiums are a tax-deductible expense for the employer and a taxable benefit in kind for the employee.

  • Group private medical insurance

    This covers the associated costs of private medical treatment in the UK. Employers can tailor the product to make it as comprehensive as possible, covering a wide range of GP-referred medical treatments. A choice of underwriting is available, affecting whether pre-existing health conditions are covered. The cost of premium is usually calculated on an age-rated basis, meaning it increases as a member ages. Additionally, membership size can affect the premium rates, with larger schemes sometimes obtaining lower rates. The employer can tailor cover levels to meet their requirements and budget.