Bristol Corporate Tax Trainee: ACA/CTA Path

Saffery Champness; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing scheme

Generous annual leave

Contributory pension plan

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Saffery Champness invites applications for the School Leaver Corporate Tax Trainee (ACA/CTA) in Bristol, commencing September 2027. The programme combines professional study with on-the-job learning, under Kaplan partnership, with exemptions and a structured development path.

You’ll follow a six-week business simulation and progress through a four-and-a-half-year training contract with full support and tuition. No prior experience required, all backgrounds welcome.

Qualifications

• Minimum 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels or Highers.
• GCSE Maths and English at 6 (B) or equivalent.
• AAT Level 4 qualified eligible for exemptions.
• No prior work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tax returns, computations and other compliance filings for a range of clients.
• Work with financial and client data to support reporting, analysis and submissions.
• Use specialist software and systems to deliver high-quality tax work.
• Carry out technical research and support client projects, queries and advisory work.
• Prepare reports, calculations and documentation for review by senior colleagues.
• Build relationships with clients and colleagues while gaining exposure to a variety of industries and sectors.
• Contribute to delivering accurate, practical solutions that help clients meet their tax obligations and achieve their goals.

Skills

Ambition to start tax career

Willing to study ACA/CTA

Education

UCAS points 120

GCSE Maths & English 6/B

AAT Level 4 (optional exemptions)

Job description

Saffery Champness invites applications for the School Leaver Corporate Tax Trainee (ACA/CTA) in Bristol, commencing September 2027. The programme combines professional study with on-the-job learning, under Kaplan partnership, with exemptions and a structured development path.

You’ll follow a six-week business simulation and progress through a four-and-a-half-year training contract with full support and tuition. No prior experience required, all backgrounds welcome.