Key Achievements:

• Reduced tax audit cycle times by 30% through risk-based planning, standardised procedures, and workflow optimisation.

• Identified compliance errors and recovery opportunities, resulting in £80,000 / $95,000 in client savings.

• Introduced automated testing routines for VAT, GST, payroll, and corporate taxes, saving the team over 90 hours per audit cycle.

• Strengthened multi-jurisdictional compliance by highlighting cross-border risks and mitigating potential penalties.

• Assisted in improving internal processes and controls, enhancing audit quality and client satisfaction.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute tax audits for corporate, partnership, and individual clients in accordance with UK GAAP / IFRS and US GAAP / IRS regulations.

• Review accounting records, tax computations, and supporting documentation to ensure compliance and accuracy.

• Conduct walkthroughs and testing of internal controls related to tax reporting and compliance.

• Identify discrepancies, errors, and potential compliance risks in client records.

• Prepare working papers, schedules, and audit documentation for internal and external review.

• Liaise with clients’ finance teams and regulatory authorities (HMRC, IRS) to obtain information and resolve queries.

• Apply analytical and critical thinking to detect anomalies, tax inefficiencies, or misstatements.

• Prepare audit reports, highlighting findings, risks, and recommendations for management.

• Support senior auditors and managers in complex multi-jurisdictional audit engagements.

• Evaluate client internal controls and suggest improvements to strengthen compliance and reporting.

• Participate in risk assessments and determine audit scope for specific engagements.

• Maintain audit files in line with professional standards and regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with other teams such as advisory, corporate finance, or accounting to ensure accurate reporting.

• Conduct VAT, GST, payroll, and corporate tax reconciliations during audits.

• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior audit staff as required.

• Monitor audit progress and escalate risks or issues to senior staff promptly.

• Identify opportunities to improve audit methodology, tools, and processes.

• Keep up to date with changes in tax laws and regulations in the UK, US, and other relevant jurisdictions.

• Participate in continuous professional development (CPD) and internal knowledge-sharing sessions.

• Ensure all audit activities adhere to ethical, professional, and regulatory standards.