Tax inspector

Entry Requirements:

You can get into this job through:

• applying directly

Entry requirements:

Entry requirements:

Entry requirements:

DirectApplication

You'll need to apply for a place on HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) Tax Specialist Programme and have one of the following:

• a degree in any subject, minimum second class
• an equivalent award like a professional accountancy qualification

Required Skills:

Digital skills : to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

Skills:

• knowledge of economics and accounting
• patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• maths knowledge
• the ability to work on your own
• to be thorough and pay attention to detail
• analytical thinking skills
• legal knowledge of tax regulations
• customer service skills
• the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
• administration skills
• excellent verbal communication skills
• knowledge of English language
• the ability to read English
• thinking and reasoning skills
• active listening skills
• the ability to think clearly using logic and reasoning
• the ability to learn through your work
• excellent written communication skills
• a good memory
• concentration skills

What you'll do:

Tax inspectors make sure the correct amount of tax is paid and investigate cases of fraud.

In your day-to-day duties you could:

• examine business accounts
• visit businesses to interview board directors, lawyers and accountants
• investigate suspected fraud
• offer specialist advice about tax
• negotiate settlements
• represent HMRC at appeals tribunals
• consider and apply tax law to cases
• lead a team of caseworkers and administrative staff
• manage relationships between HMRC and customers

Location : You could work at a client's business or in an office.

Salary:

Starter : £30,000
Experienced : £57,000

These figures are a guide

Working hours:

38 - 40 hours a week

Working Pattern is between 8am and 6pm

Career Path:

With experience, you could move through HMRC's promotion structure to more senior or specialist posts.

You could go into the private sector as a tax adviser, or become a self-employed tax consultant.