Educational: Graduates and post graduates in
commerce are generally hired for jobs in the field of taxation. To pursue
graduate level courses, the aspirants must have passed Higher Secondary
Certificate Examination or 10+2 from any recognized state/national Board.
To be eligible for the PG courses, one has to complete graduation in the
relevant stream. Many institutes in India are conducting courses in the
field, to produce competent professionals who can work in the field of
taxation.
Anyone with a formal education in the field of taxation or having any
degree with taxation as a subject of specialisation can also opt for this
career. Thus if you have done a L.L.B. degree it will give you the basics
and the understanding of the various tax laws which are prevalent in the
industry. If you have knowledge of taxation through a B.Com or a BMS (Bachelor
of Management studies) course that also could be of some help. The best
way of becoming a good tax consultant is to make use of theoretical knowledge
at practical applications and learn the concept application skills.
Personnel attributes: In order to be a good tax consultant
or to do exceedingly well in your tax consultancy career, an individual
should possess a few qualities. A good tax consultant should have various
skills such as the ability to think differently, a creative mind, good
communication skills, updated general awareness, abundant knowledge about
the taxation sector and the market, and the ability to work as part of
a team. Individuals should have strong problem-solving skills, a proficiency
with the Microsoft Office software suite and excellent Excel spreadsheet
skills. A strong sense of work ethics and a desire to succeed are very
helpful personality traits. Employers always look for candidates with
a desire to develop professional skills and leadership skills.
