Computer skills
Tax Juniors need basic computer skills. They must be good at using spreadsheets and tax software.
Tax Juniors
Descriptions & Duties
- Tax Juniors handle tax compliance projects, such as preparing tax returns and computations in various jurisdictions. They assist with tax consulting projects, such as performing tax research, tax due diligence and drafting tax advisory reports.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Trade Specific Competencies
Detail oriented
Tax Juniors are responsible for producing accurate tax returns. They must pay attention to details to avoid making errors and to recognise errors that others have made.
Integrity
Tax Juniors have control of an organisation's tax documentation, which they must use properly and keep confidential. It is vital that they keep records confidential.
Math skills
Tax Juniors deal with numbers daily and must be comfortable with basic arithmetic.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
A recognised certificate or a higher diploma in accounting
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $15,000-$30,000
Monthly Salary $25,000-$50,000
Monthly Salary $50,000-$70,000
Monthly Salary $120,000-$300,000
Government Sector
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 16-27
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 30-44
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 45-49
Monthly Salary Directorate Pay Scale Point 1
Monthly Salary Directorate Pay Scale Point 2
*For more details on Civil Service Pay Scales, please visit website of the Civil Service Bureau.
http://www.csb.gov.hk/english/admin/pay/952.html
Related Education & Training
Higher Diploma
Work Environment
- Tax Juniors work primarily in offices and work regular office hours. They may work additional hours to meet deadlines, for example, at the end of fiscal year, during tax time.
