US Tax Assistant

"If I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants.”  Isaac Newton.

Sheridan Maine is recruiting on behalf of a growing and collaborative accountancy practice for a US Tax Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in US tax compliance to further develop their advisory exposure, work with a varied client portfolio, and build strong professional relationships.

This role offers hybrid working flexibility and the chance to work alongside experienced tax professionals in a supportive team environment.

Key responsibilities of the US Tax Assistant:

• Manage and support a portfolio of US-connected clients, assisting with all aspects of US tax compliance and client relationship management.
• Prepare US tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and estates.
• Liaise with clients to identify missing information for filings, communicating clearly and professionally.
• Support Managers and Directors in delivering high-quality advisory services to US clients based in the UK.
• Manage workload effectively to meet deadlines and ensure deliverables are completed to a high standard.
• Continue developing technical knowledge, including support toward professional qualifications such as Enrolled Agent (EA) status.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the wider tax team to ensure a joined-up service.

Skills, knowledge, and experience:

• Enrolled Agent (EA) qualification preferred but not essential.
• Experience in US personal and owner-managed business tax compliance and advisory work.
• Familiarity with US corporate and partnership tax compliance (forms such as 1120, 1120-F, 1065, 1040, 1040NR, 3520, 5471, 8858 – not all required).
• Understanding of US tax compliance rules, extensions, and reporting requirements.
• UK tax knowledge is beneficial but not essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence to interact with clients and colleagues at all levels.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Ongoing technical training and development.
• Study support for relevant professional qualifications.
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing team.

If you are keen to secure a progressive US Tax Assistant role within a supportive and growing tax team, please click “apply” as soon as possible.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.