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About the Role

This is a new opportunity for a US Corporate Tax Manager / Senior Manager to join our London US Tax team, supporting the organization's growth. The role involves leading US corporate tax compliance and advisory projects for UK-based multinational clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead on US corporate tax compliance and advisory projects for UK-based multinational clients.
• Manage preparation and review of US federal and state corporate tax returns, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Provide technical guidance on cross-border tax issues, including transfer pricing, repatriation strategies, and BEPS-related matters.
• Interpret and apply US tax legislation, IRS guidance, and relevant case law to client situations.
• Advise on US GAAP and ASC 740 tax accounting implications for corporate clients.
• Support clients with US tax audits and liaise with IRS/state authorities when required.
• Identify opportunities to expand US tax services within existing client portfolios.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop junior staff within the tax team.
• Collaborate with UK corporate tax, international tax, and transfer pricing specialists to deliver integrated solutions.
• Ensure compliance with internal risk management policies and professional standards.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of US tax developments and communicate changes to clients and colleagues.

Requirements

• 3-6 years’ post-qualified experience in US corporate tax, ideally gained in a mid or top-tier accountancy firm.
• Previously been a designated signer for US returns.
• Strong technical knowledge of US Tax return procedures.
• Generalist experience across UK & US tax procedures or a specific US tax focus.
• Deep knowledge of US federal and state corporate tax legislation.
• Experience of communicating with the IRS regarding client matters.
• Proven track record of managing complex US tax compliance and advisory projects for multinational clients.
• Experience with ASC 740 tax accounting and US GAAP reporting.
• Familiarity with international tax issues, including double tax treaties and OECD guidelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex tax concepts clearly.
• Strong client relationship management and business development abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing teams and developing junior staff.
• Commercially aware, proactive, and able to identify opportunities for clients and the firm.
• High level of integrity and commitment to professional standards.

Skills

• US corporate tax
• US federal and state corporate tax returns
• Cross-border tax issues
• Transfer pricing
• Repatriation strategies
• BEPS-related matters
• US tax legislation
• IRS guidance
• US GAAP
• ASC 740 tax accounting
• US tax audits
• International tax
• US Foreign Informational filings (Forms 8858, 5471, & 8865)
• Basic accounting principles
• Financial statements
• Double tax treaties
• OECD guidelines
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Written communication
• Verbal communication
• Client relationship management
• Business development
• Team management
• Staff development
• Commercial awareness

Location

• London

Work Type

• Permanent
• Full-time
• Part-time
• Hybrid
• Flexible working

Experience Level

• Manager
• Senior Manager

Education Level

• Enrolled Agent
• US CPA
• JD (or near to certification)
• University degree with 2.1 or higher
• 3 good A-Level results (or equivalent)

Benefits

• Hybrid working (three days in the office and two days at home)
• Flexible working (flexing your hours around the core working hours of 10am to 4pm)
• Exposure to a wide range of clients across many industries
• Plenty of opportunity to increase your technical knowledge and skills
• A varied role within a talented and experienced team
• Entry onto our next Management Development Programme
• ERIC internal recognition awards
• Long service awards
• Regular employee events including a company-wide summer party
• 25-day core holiday allowance
• Holiday trading (buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year)
• Flexible bank holidays
• Additional holiday with service
• A dedicated “Wellbeing Day”
• Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) which includes access to 24/7 online GP consultations, 2nd medical opinions and mental health first aiders
• Access to MYNDUP – a wellbeing support platform
• Shaw Gibbs Rewards – access to discounts on a wide range of retailers
• Health Cash Plan
• Electric Vehicles Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Client and employee referral bonuses
• Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Death in Service Life Assurance
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Cycle to Work Scheme

About the Company

• Founded in 2013, Sestini & Co (Sestini) are a team who specialise in tax consultancy for expatriates and high net worth individuals.
• Sestini joined the Shaw Gibbs Group in August 2024, a growing top 35 accountancy practice who provide expert solutions for entrepreneurial businesses and private individuals.
• Members of the Shaw Gibbs Group are committed to investment in their teams of high-quality specialists who work with the best-in-breed technology to create value for clients which exceeds expectation.
• The culture of the firm is very important to us and is based on our company values of expert, respectful, innovative and collaborative.
• We develop high performing teams diverse in experiences, backgrounds and ideas.
• As a growing company, there are plenty of opportunities for development and quick progression.
• Our practice is known for having a friendly and supportive team culture where everyone receives training and development to increase their technical knowledge and their commercial and management skills.
• We put our people first and are constantly looking for ways to improve our people experience.
• With respectful as one of our values, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that respects, values and celebrates cultural and individual differences.
• We have several offices in Central and Southern England and have ambitious plans to expand our business.

Equal Opportunity

• Shaw Gibbs is an inclusive employer, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates by ensuring a comfortable and accessible interview experience.
• We understand that some individuals may have specific needs or require accommodation/adjustments during the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to ensure your recruitment experience with Shaw Gibbs is as inclusive and accessible as possible, please let us know at your earliest convenience via the application form or via an email to recruitment@shawgibbs.com.
• We believe that diversity makes Shaw Gibbs a stronger firm and we look to employ people with different ideas, styles and skillsets.
• This diversity stimulates a rich, creative environment – one in which our people develop, and our clients enjoy enduring results.
• We’re committed to recruiting, promoting and rewarding our people solely based on their ability to contribute to Shaw Gibbs’ goals, without regard to their sex, gender, race, disability, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age or marital status.