Assistant Tax Consultant
KPMG
What do you think are the three most important skills for your job?
Eagerness to learn – Technical knowledge and professional qualifications are highly important. You don’t go a day without learning something new and vital.
Creativity – This is useful as we find solutions for clients, whilst remaining in-line with legislation and environmental, social and corporate governance responsibilities.
Resilience – We have several statutory deadlines throughout the year, so it’s important you can handle the pressure.
What do you love about your job?
I enjoy working for a wide range of clients, providing a variety of services, across the Crown Dependencies and internationally. Within the team, I also enjoy having daily contact with senior leadership, who are eager to share their knowledge.
Do you have any advice for someone thinking of embarking on a career in Tax?
My advice is: don’t assume a career in tax is boring – it’s far from it.
Tax is a dynamic field and often crosses international borders, allowing you to do the same; a career in tax at KPMG opens the door to our global network affording you the opportunity to form invaluable, worldwide connections.
Benjamin Franklin’s infamous adage that nothing is certain “except death and taxes” may seem bleak, but it does offer comfort to those embarking on a tax career – you’ll always be in demand!
