US/UK Dual Handling Tax Preparer

Location: City of London

Salary and benefits: £27,500 - £36,000, dependent on experience

Start date: From January 2026

Tax at TAP

We are seeking a motivated and skilled US/UK dual handling tax preparer to join our growing US team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the preparation of both UK and US personal tax returns, tax calculations and notes to a high standard for Manager/Assistant Manager review.  Alongside your tax compliance work, you will also have the opportunity to work on wide-ranging tax advisory assignments. Our clients are high net worth and ultra-high net worth individuals, with a US and UK element to their tax affairs.

You may have already started your ATT or Enrolled Agent training or have recently completed them.  We will provide full training support. The role involves interaction with clients, ensuring client requirements are met and expectations exceeded, and contributing to the overall success of the firm.

Who We're Looking For:

· 2 years+ of experience in a private practice, experienced in the preparation of US federal tax returns (forms 1040 and 1040NR) and UK Self Assessment returns..

· Ability to demonstrate technical skills and attention to detail.

· Proactive approach to widening/ deepening tax knowledge.

· Takes responsibility for monitoring budgets and informing senior management of any over-run

· Identify technical areas to be researched when preparing personal tax computations and able to research these areas independently or seek input from Managers/Partners to present findings ready for discussion.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including direct client communication.

·Completes a detailed timesheet on a daily basis and identifies any work performed which is not part of fixed fee compliance work.

What We Offer:

· A supportive and inclusive environment with mentorship and guidance.

· Opportunities to develop management and commercial skills.

· Full on-the-job and third-party training.

· Flexible working options and a focus on your wellbeing.

· Clear routes to promotion and career progression.

Requirements:

· ATT/EA semi or qualified

· 2+ years of experience preparing both UK and US complex personal tax returns

· Some experience of preparing advisory work

About TAP 

TAP is a young and vibrant specialist tax firm, which brings together a wealth of wide ranging experience and expertise in all areas of UK and US tax advice and compliance.

The successful candidate will be joining our US tax team, which specialises in private client tax matters, with a particular focus on the tax issues faced by US citizen and green card holders resident in the UK.