Tax Graduate Trainee (Indirect Tax) -Birmingham - September 2024

Mazars in the UK

Feb 19

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Accounting & Tax
Birmingham

Requirements

Interpersonal skills; the ability to build client relationships with a foundation of trust and responsibility.
Analytical skills; the ability to think critically, research and solve problems.
Attention to detail and strong time-management skills.
Commitment to self-development & learning.
Affinity with our values; in particular, respect for individuals, diversity and integrity.
Teamwork; the ability to function and contribute effectively as part of a high achieving team.

Responsibilities

During your first two years you will:
Support with the provision of high-quality VAT compliance on a portfolio of clients;
Support the senior VAT Team by researching VAT technical questions, plus background information and useful publications;
Assist the senior team members to develop the business and to seek new fee-earning opportunities within the Mazars client base and externally;
Support the VAT Team with preparation of VAT return calculations;
Be involved in written and verbal communications with HMRC;
Communicate with the VAT Team on any issues or findings; and
Develop and apply technical knowledge gained from studies and on the job experience.
By the end of your third year you will:
Aid with the management of a portfolio of clients, including acting as one of the main points of contact for the clients and liaising with other advisors;
Develop the VAT service offering by using advisory skills in assisting on a wide range of projects and sectors;
Assist the Manager to develop the business and to seek new opportunities both within Mazars and externally;
Support senior management on VAT planning and other ad hoc projects;
Advise clients and partners about VAT, including changes to legislation and practice;
Manage the successful delivery of VAT projects, ensuring technical excellence and practical/business driven approach is taken;
Liaise and negotiate with HMRC on behalf of clients;
Proactively manage existing clients to identify and win new work assignments; and
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and provide high levels of client service.

Mazars in the UK

Mazars in the UK is an international firm, aspiring to build the economic foundations of a fair and prosperous world.

Accounting

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1944

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Mazars is a leading international firm, aspiring to build the economic foundations of a fair and prosperous world. Operating as a united partnership, Mazars works as one integrated team, leveraging expertise, scale and cultural understanding to deliver exceptional and tailored services in audit and accounting, as well as tax, financial advisory and consulting Founded in Europe, Mazars is present in over 90 countries and territories, with 40,400 professionals – 24,400 in our integrated partnership, 16,000 via the Mazars North America Alliance – dedicated to helping clients make the most of business opportunities and operate with confidence. In the UK, Mazars is among the largest firms in its sector and a leading auditor to Public Interest Entities (PIEs). It employs over 2,300 people in 15 locations across the UK, providing a balanced perspective and empowered expertise to clients of all sizes, from individuals and SMEs to mid-caps and global players, as well as start-ups and public organisations at every stage of their development.