Complies with tax regulation and systems, communicates with relevant stakeholders to establish and ethically manage tax liabilities for individuals and companies, using appropriate tax computation and planning techniques.

I am responsible for embedding the tax strategy of my organisation within its processes and systems and for ensuring ongoing compliance with those procedures.


I recognise how opportunities and incentives can be used to positively influence the organisation's after tax position.


I complete and review complex direct and indirect tax computations for individuals, single or groups of entities and approve those prepared by others. 


I play a key role in the implementation, development and use of digital record keeping and taxation technology applications.


I provide ethical tax advice and recommendations on non-routine and/or complex tax issues.


I advise on mitigating and deferring tax liabilities through legitimate tax planning measures.


I advise on the international aspects/dimensions of tax for non-complex scenarios where appropriate.


I advise on tax matters to ensure the alignment of tax plans with the business strategy and commercial decisions. 


I resolve unusual and complex tax accounting matters using applicable tax accounting standards.


I provide opinions on the tax implications of an organisation's proposed transactions in accordance with corporate and international tax accounting standards.


I routinely refer to tax legislation and other statutory and regulatory provisions as part of the research I undertake in the course of my work. 


I align internal tax policies, processes and systems to the published corporate social responsibility agenda of the organisation and ensure they are adhered to.


I align internal tax policies, processes and systems to the published corporate social responsibility agenda of the organisation and ensure adherence thereto. 

Continuing professional development at ACCA

A commitment to life-long learning is a vital part of your ACCA membership; it unlocks the full potential of your career choices - and drives forward the profession.

We deliver a wide range of CPD resources tailored to different areas of expertise - and an ever-changing profession. Our, and your, commitment to quality CPD ensures you will have the most up-to-date skills to perform at the highest standard in your chosen specialism.

So, get started (or restarted) and take a look at our curated list of the most relevant CPD resources to help you develop your career in this specialism. 

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Online course

Tax pick 'n' mix bundle

Stay up to date with these top tips for accountants from tax experts. Work your way through the scenarios deciding what best to do and find out what the experts would do too.

The courses within this bundle are specific to the UK only.

Create your pick 'n' mix bundle from a range of bestselling tax courses (specific to the UK only):

  • 2023-24 update: UK tax
  • 2022-23 update: finance act 2022
  • corporation tax: refresher and update (UK only)
  • current pensions and finance issues
  • employment and payroll taxes
  • expenses and benefits
  • making tax digital
  • national insurance contributions
  • property taxes
  • self-assessment for individuals.
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Online course

Accelerated accountant's update programme 2023 (UK practice)

In these uncertain and challenging times, your clients will be feeling the pinch. More than ever, they need the professional and assured advice of their accountant. By understanding the business challenges they face, and staying up to date and confident about regulatory changes, you can ensure you retain your status as your clients’ trusted advisor.

The accelerated accountant's update programme 2023 will help you stay on the front foot with the latest developments in UK tax, financial reporting and regulation, as well as recent thinking in practice excellence, practice compliance and becoming a trusted advisor.

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Online course

2023-24 update: UK tax

Staying up to date with tax changes is vital for finance professionals. This year's UK tax updates course focuses on changes in tax for the new financial year, legislation from finance act 2023, announcements made in the spring budget, and the contents of the recent spring finance bill.

This course looks into the most recent and upcoming changes to tax in the UK. Working through the modules on personal, business, capital and indirect tax will ensure that you are familiar with the changes in these areas and prepare you for the tax year ahead.

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Find more CPD resources on ACCA Learning

How does the ACCA Qualification develop the skills required to succeed in this specialism?

From a combination of exams, ethics and experience, the ACCA Qualification will boost your employability and performance at every stage of your career journey.

Here we have listed some elements of the ACCA Qualification that will help you develop the skills and knowledge required to perform at the highest standard in this specialism.

  • Unit 1: Ethics and professionalism, (a-e)
  • Unit 15: Tax computations and assessments, (a-e)
  • Unit 16: Tax compliance and verification, (a-e)
  • Unit 17: Tax planning and advice, (a-e)