Forvis Mazars Career Simulation: Tax

Overview This Career Simulation gives you a genuine insight into working in Tax at Forvis Mazars, one of the world's leading professional services firms. You'll explore the breadth of the role, from compliance to advisory work, the skills and qualifications you'll need, and the different routes in, including graduate and apprenticeship programmes. You'll hear directly from a Tax expert, then put your own skills to the test with an activity based on a real change in Tax legislation. By the end, you'll have a clearer picture of whether a career in Tax could be right for you. What's Included Through this Career Simulation, you will explore the role of a Tax Adviser at Forvis Mazars, gaining insight into the skills, qualifications, and day-to-day realities of the job. You'll hear from a real Tax expert, complete an activity based on a genuine Tax scenario, and reflect on what you've learned. Lesson Overviews Career Overview Discover what it's really like to work in Tax at Forvis Mazars, and why the role is far more varied than the stereotypes suggest. This lesson introduces the breadth of Tax work, from compliance to advisory, and the wide range of clients and industries you could work across, from individuals and family businesses to large international companies. Qualification & Skill Requirements Find out the different routes into a Tax career at Forvis Mazars, including the graduate programme, school leaver apprenticeship, and university internship. This lesson covers the skills and qualities Forvis Mazars looks for, from curiosity and problem-solving to strong time management, and explains how much of the learning happens on the job, supported by buddies, mentors, and structured training. Daily Activities Get a realistic picture of a week in the life of a trainee Tax Adviser, from Monday team meetings to client calls, research, and proposal writing. This lesson shows how tasks and responsibilities vary depending on the client and project, and helps bust the myth that Tax work is repetitive. Career Progression Explore how a career in Tax at Forvis Mazars can grow, from your first role as an executive through to senior positions such as manager, director, and partner. This lesson explains how progression is based on merit, how professional qualifications such as ATT, CTA, and ACA support your development, and how Tax can be a strong foundation and stepping stone for transfers into other careers, such as corporate finance, wealth management, and corporate strategy. Challenges & Rewards Discover the realities of working in Tax, from managing tight deadlines and keeping up with changing legislation, to the satisfaction of qualifying and seeing your work make a genuine difference to clients. This lesson gives an honest picture of the challenges the role can bring, alongside the rewards of teamwork, client impact, and personal achievement. Benefits This lesson gives an overview of the benefits available to those working in Tax at Forvis Mazars, including health cover, pension contributions, and a range of lifestyle perks. Forvis Mazars is a national living wage employer offering competitive salaries and benefits such as income protection, a cycle-to-work scheme, and support for professional qualifications. Meet the Expert Hear directly from a Tax professional at Forvis Mazars about their career so far, what a typical day looks like, and the skills they use most. This informal conversation gives you a genuine, first-hand insight into life in the role, straight from someone who does it. Activity Put yourself in the shoes of a trainee Tax Adviser and work through a real-world scenario involving a change in Tax legislation and its impact on different clients. You'll practise prioritising, reviewing information, and deciding what to recommend, just as you would in the role. Reflection Activity Take a moment to reflect on what you've learned about a career in Tax, what interests you most, and how this might shape your next steps. This lesson helps you connect what you've discovered to your own career choices.