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Trust & Estates Executive

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Churchgate Accountants

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United Kingdom , Bury St Edmunds

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Job Description:

This position is based in the tax department of our office based in Bury St Edmunds. The role would predominantly relate to the private client sector, being within the Trust and Estates team. The Trust and Estates team deal with legal and compliance matters for Trusts and Estates and also provide advice regarding tax and Trust structures for the associated families.

Job Responsibility:

  • Review of standard Trust & Estate self-assessment tax returns and personal tax returns including related tax calculations
  • Preparation of complex Trust & Estate self-assessment tax returns and personal tax returns including related tax calculations using the firm’s software (CCH)
  • Review of standard Trust & Estate Accounts
  • Preparation of complex Trust & Estate Accounts using the firm’s software (CCH Trust Accounts)
  • Monitoring deadlines on Trusts and Estates such as annual compliance, ten yearly charges and beneficial entitlements
  • Dealing with the day-to-day client administration
  • Preparation of complex and review of standard Inheritance Tax returns for Trusts and Estates
  • Preparation of ad hoc advisory work, such as advising on Trust distributions
  • Supporting and training other members of the Trusts and Estates Team
  • Provide support in dealing with telephone calls, client meetings, engagement letters and general office administration
  • Carry out any other duties to meet with the needs of the business

Requirements:

  • 3-5 years relevant experience working in Trusts and Estates
  • Full/part qualification in CTA or STEP
  • Ability to manage your own time and work to deadlines
  • Ability to communicate effectively with other team members and work well in a team
  • Great attention to detail
What we offer:
  • 24 days holiday (excluding bank holidays)
  • Birthday Leave
  • Holiday purchase/sale scheme
  • Flexible homeworking policy
  • Matching employer pension contributions of up to 6% salary
  • Salary sacrifice available for pension contributions
  • Income Protection if you are off work due to long term illness or injury equal to 50% of salary until State Pension Age
  • Private Health Insurance – Individual cover available
  • Paid study leave
  • All professional exams, study books, revision courses and resources paid for (at the first attempt)
  • Up to two professional subscriptions paid for
  • Encouragement to develop and learn by attending training courses and CPD events
  • Employee Assistance programme
  • Length of service recognition
  • Social events paid for or subsidised by the firm

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 01, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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