About the Shaw Gibbs Group

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 40 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. To support the organisation’s growth, we have created a new opportunity for a US Tax Manager/Senior Manager to join our London US Tax team. This position also includes a comprehensive induction and support for professional memberships and CPE. 

The Role

Key Responsibilities

• Building long lasting client relationships 
• Designated signer for US returns including both Federal and state returns
• Review and signing of individual US tax returns for a large & varied portfolio of clients 
• Helping to train & mentor junior members of the team
• US tax research & providing advice as needed
• Tracking of tax return status on internal systems for reporting purposes
• Completion of various US compliance forms including FBARs, W-8BENS, SS-4s, etc
• Build productive relationships with team members and colleagues at Shaw Gibbs, adopting a collaborative working approach

What We Can Offer You

• Hybrid and flexible working
• A varied role in a talented and experienced team
• Joining a company with an exciting growth plan ahead 
• Plenty of opportunities to increase your technical knowledge and skills
• Participation in our Management Development Programme including a route to partnership
• Competitive salary and benefits package including pension, life assurance, health cash plan, retail discount scheme, electric vehicles salary sacrifice, and cycle to work scheme.
• Generous core holiday allowance plus holiday trading, flexible bank holidays and additional holiday with service
• Wellbeing programme with regular events and activities focused on your physical and mental wellbeing. We also offer all employees a Wellbeing Day each year – a day dedicated to boosting your wellbeing
• A comprehensive induction to help you get up to speed

About You

• You will have between 5-8 years’ post-qualification experience of dealing with US taxes
• You will have previously been a designated signer for US returns
• You will have strong technical knowledge of US Tax return procedures
• You will have generalist experience across UK & US tax procedures or a specific US tax focus
• You will be an enrolled Agent, US CPA, JD (or near to certification)
• As one of the above you will experience of communicating with the IRS regarding client matters
• A familiarity with US Foreign Informational filings such as Forms 8858, 5471, & 8865 is desirable 
• A familiarity with basic accounting principles & financial statements is desirable 
• University degree with 2.1 or higher or 3 good A-Level results (or equivalent)
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and client management skills 
• Able to produce high quality work in a fast-paced environment
• Team player
• Confident, positive, professional and can-do attitude
• Strong IT skills, specifically Excel and able to pick up new IT packages very quickly
• Create a positive impression with clients and staff 
• Strong attention to detail
• A proactive approach
• Enjoy developing junior staff

How to Apply

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About us

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 email.

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.