Taxation experts

£53,186

Average salary

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33 hours

Average weekly hours

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1.71%

Unemployment rate

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Definition: Taxation experts

*SOC Code (Standard Occupational Classification): 3535

Taxation experts advise on tax matters and assess tax liabilities.

Common tasks include:

examines accounts of industrial, commercial and other establishments to determine their tax liability and makes adjustments to 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.

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.

*Introduced in 1990, SOC is a multi-purpose common classification of occupations in UK. Jobs are defined in terms of skill level and skill content, including qualifications, training and work experience.

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