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Martyna completed her training as a Tax Specialist at JAKUS in an accelerated period of 2.5 years and successfully graduated in 2026 with excellent results. Even during her training, she distinguished herself through a high level of personal responsibility and strong commitment, quickly becoming involved in key areas of work.

Following the successful completion of her training, Martyna remained part of our team and now contributes her expertise and practical experience to the day-to-day support of our clients. In this interview, she talks about her training journey, her personal development, and her transition into independent client work at JAKUS.

What was your start at JAKUS like during the first weeks of your training?

My start to the Tax Specialist apprenticeship at JAKUS was well structured. All trainees begin in the administrative support team to get familiar with our processes, software, and clients. This provides a solid understanding of how a tax consultancy operates, how deadlines are managed, and how communication with clients works. Only afterwards do you gradually take on more technical responsibilities step by step.

What makes my team special? We support each other, share our knowledge, and work together even during busy periods. Open communication helps us find solutions as a team, and of course, a good sense of humor is never missing.

What responsibilities do you have in your day-to-day training now, and how do you notice your development?

My daily work has become very diverse. I work in payroll accounting, financial accounting, prepare tax returns, and assist with the preparation of annual financial statements.

The clearest sign of my development is that I now understand the connections between different tasks and processes. In the beginning, I completed tasks by following instructions. Today, I work much more independently, think proactively, and manage my own client assignments. It is a great feeling because I can clearly see how much I have learned.

What level of responsibility were you gradually able to take on in payroll during your training?

At the beginning, I was responsible for preparatory tasks. Over time, I was entrusted with managing my own payroll clients, always with an experienced colleague available for support when needed.

Today, I independently prepare payrolls, review special situations such as one-time payments or changes in employment relationships, and serve as a direct contact person for clients in their day-to-day payroll matters. The gradual transfer of responsibility has given me a great deal of confidence.

How is professional collaboration organized within the payroll department, and what role do you play?

I manage my payroll clients independently and, for more complex matters, I can coordinate directly with Marion, who is responsible for the professional leadership of the payroll department.

This gives me confidence in my daily work and ensures that high-quality standards are maintained at all times, even in special cases.

What helped you become more confident professionally?

Three things helped me the most:

Practical experience from day one, patient guidance from experienced colleagues, and the trust placed in me to take ownership of my own responsibilities.

In payroll accounting especially, repetition is a powerful learning tool. With every payroll processed, you become more confident, particularly when you understand the reasons behind what you are doing.

What was more challenging at the beginning than you expected, and what has become easier today?

At the beginning, it was challenging to keep track of the many legal regulations in tax and social security law. I also had to learn how the different areas of responsibility are connected.

Today, I can much more quickly recognize how bookkeeping, payroll accounting, and tax returns are interconnected. Through daily practice, I now work in a far more structured and confident way than when I first started.

In what ways did the firm support you during your training?

I always had dedicated contacts in every department and received regular feedback. I was also supported in preparing for my final examinations. What was especially important to me was being able to take on responsibility early and actively contribute instead of simply observing.

Who do you think is particularly well suited for an apprenticeship at JAKUS?

The apprenticeship is a great fit for people who enjoy working in a structured way, have an interest in numbers, and are curious about business and financial processes.

Anyone who wants to take responsibility and is willing to immerse themselves in complex topics will have the opportunity to develop professionally and build strong expertise here.

What was a moment during your training that made you particularly proud?

I am especially proud that I am now trusted to work independently in many areas and take responsibility for my own assignments.

Seeing how much responsibility I was able to handle shortly before my final examination showed me just how much I had grown and developed throughout my training.

Max has been part of the firm for several years and is now responsible for its operational management and strategic development. With his background in business administration, academic studies, and international experience, he brings valuable business expertise to the tax consultancy. He is currently preparing for the Tax Advisor Examination and combines in-depth technical knowledge with organizational responsibility. In this interview, he shares insights into the firm’s structure, digitalization efforts, and future development.

How would you describe your role at JAKUS today?

I see my role as creating the framework within our tax consultancy that enables professional excellence to thrive through clear responsibilities, reliable processes, and a working environment that empowers people to take ownership. The goal is to ensure that high-quality work is not left to chance but is supported by strong structures and processes.

You are responsible for, among other things, the firm’s operational organization. What does that involve in practice?

In day-to-day operations, this primarily means defining processes, questioning existing workflows, implementing digital solutions, and facilitating efficient communication. The objective is to reduce friction and establish clear structures. This allows every team member to focus on what truly matters: delivering high-quality work and fostering effective collaboration.

What perspectives do your studies and previous experiences bring to the firm?

Through my studies in Business Administration at the University of Passau and my Master’s degree in Management from ESCP Europe, I bring a strong business-oriented perspective to the firm. This is reflected, for example, in the development of cost center accounting systems and key performance indicator frameworks for clients.

In addition, my time abroad in Sweden, the United Kingdom, and France has broadened my understanding of different working styles and international business environments.

Which organizational or structural topics have been particularly important to you in recent years?

Over the past few years, we have made targeted investments in digitalization, clear responsibilities, and transparent communication. Our goal is for new colleagues to join a modern, well-structured working environment with clearly defined processes and realistic expectations.

How does collaboration between operational management and technical leadership work within the firm?

As a team of ten employees, close and trusting collaboration is essential. Improvements are developed through ongoing dialogue, for example during our weekly team meetings, where we reflect on past experiences and plan the week ahead. This allows us to create structures that are both efficient and practical for everyday use.

What does a modern, digitally driven tax consultancy mean to you?

For us, digital means smart, well-designed, and efficiency-enhancing processes within a modern tax consultancy. We use technology to simplify workflows, increase transparency, and create genuine time savings.

Our goal is to eliminate manual data entry wherever structured digital data is already available.

For example, whenever possible, we connect cash register systems with DATEV MeinFiskal and thereby directly with accounting processes. Bank statements have also not been booked manually for many years. For real estate entities, we utilize existing interfaces with property management software to transfer data automatically into the accounting system.

This creates a working environment where people are the focus, not routine administrative tasks.

You are currently preparing for the Tax Advisor Examination. How does this step fit into your professional journey, and what motivates you about it?

The Tax Advisor Examination provides me with the technical depth necessary to take on even greater responsibility. What motivates me most is the opportunity to combine professional expertise with organizational development and to actively contribute to shaping the firm’s future over the long term.

How does your previous background complement your preparation for the Tax Advisor Examination?

In addition to my business administration background, the daily technical work within the firm, under the professional guidance of Marion and her many years of experience, provides me with a highly practical understanding of tax-related matters.

This combination of theory and practice is a significant advantage in preparing for the examination. It is also something that we actively encourage within our team whenever colleagues wish to further develop their professional expertise.

Where do you see the firm developing over the coming years?

We aim to continue growing steadily and have been training Tax Specialists on a regular basis for more than ten years. Our goal is to build a firm where people genuinely enjoy working, with clear development opportunities and real long-term career prospects within a modern tax consultancy.

Anyone who joins our team becomes part of shaping that future with us.

Sven joined JAKUS as an intern as part of his retraining program to become an Office Management Assistant and is now a valued and reliable member of the team. With his calm and structured approach, he makes a significant contribution to ensuring that organizational processes run smoothly. In addition to his role as a Team Assistant, he has gradually taken on responsibility for the firm’s internal accounting and supports various digital processes. In this interview, he shares insights into collaboration, structure, and everyday life behind the scenes at the firm.

What is day-to-day work like at JAKUS, and what are the most challenging aspects?

Daily life at our tax consultancy is well structured and clearly organized. Thanks to established processes and digital workflows, everyone knows exactly where they stand and what is expected of them. The most challenging situations arise when multiple topics need to be coordinated simultaneously or when several deadlines converge. In those moments, it becomes clear how important effective communication and close teamwork are.

How do you ensure good coordination between specialists, assistants, and management?

We work with regular meetings and clearly defined communication structures. Responsibilities are assigned transparently, and designated points of contact ensure that decisions can be made quickly. Our weekly team meetings help keep everyone aligned and provide an open forum for discussing ongoing topics and priorities.

What specifically enables the team to work efficiently on a day-to-day basis?

For us, efficiency is primarily the result of reliable processes and clearly defined workflows. Everyone knows which responsibilities belong to their area and whom to approach when questions arise. In addition, digital workflows and standardized DATEV processes ensure that information does not have to be entered or forwarded multiple times.

What often surprises new employees?

Many people are surprised by how structured and, at the same time, how collegial our working environment is. Despite having clearly defined processes, communication remains personal and straightforward. New team members quickly realize that questions are always welcome and that supporting one another is simply part of our culture.

What does “working digitally” at JAKUS actually mean in practice?

Digital working at our tax consultancy includes largely paperless file management, digital communication, standardized DATEV processes, secure data transmission, and digital approval and signature workflows.

In addition, we manage tasks through Microsoft Teams Planner and document workflows, responsibilities, and process steps there, particularly for larger client engagements. This ensures that information remains transparent, traceable, and accessible to the entire team.

Our goal is to reduce routine administrative work and support professional tasks as efficiently as possible.

What makes collaboration enjoyable here, and where is personal responsibility expected?

For me, collaboration is especially straightforward and uncomplicated. Many issues can be resolved quickly through direct communication without lengthy coordination processes.

Whenever someone is under pressure or facing a particularly busy period, we support each other. This creates a positive working environment where team members can rely on one another.

At the same time, everyone is expected to organize their own area of responsibility independently and take ownership of their tasks and projects.

How has your role developed since you started at JAKUS?

Since joining JAKUS, my role has expanded step by step. I have taken on additional responsibilities and now play a greater role in internal coordination.

Taking over responsibility for the firm’s internal accounting has been particularly valuable for my professional and organizational development. It has enabled me to contribute more effectively to the team and provide broader support in our day-to-day work.