Graduate Tax Trainee

DJH; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Bexley is seeking a Graduate Tax Trainee to join their team. This role involves assisting with tax compliance, preparing personal tax returns, and dealing with client correspondence. Ideal candidates will hold a 2:1 degree and A levels at grades B and above. The firm offers competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and fully funded study support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday allowance

Fully funded study support

Tailored learning and development

In-house CPD calendar

Qualifications

• Degree in any subject with expected 2:1 or higher.
• A levels in any subject at grades B and above.
• Some experience of tax matters through study or work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tax compliance tasks.
• Prepare self-assessment personal tax returns.
• Prepare P11D forms for limited companies.
• Deal with HMRC correspondence.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Willingness to learn

Education

2:1 degree

A levels B and above

Job description

Graduate Tax Trainee

Application Deadline: 2 January 2026

Department: Early Careers

Employment Type: Apprentice

Location: Bexley

Are you about to finish University and are wondering what to do next? Do you fancy joining the amazing world of accounting? Are you looking for a Practice which has been voted one of the best places to work in the UK, with fully funded training packages and a strong focus on learning and development so you can reach your true potential?

If you’re reading this, then the answer to that question is probably yes. At DJH, our team is at the heart of everything we achieve. And no matter how much we grow, looking after our people will always be our #1 priority. We come in all shapes and sizes, with different qualities, experience and knowledge. Together, our differences create balance. And that is our superpower.

Earlier this year, McBrides joined the DJH Group, marking an exciting milestone as our first office in the South of England. With a team of over 50 professionals, McBrides is a forward-thinking firm based in Sidcup, widely recognised for its friendly people culture and commitment to professional excellence.

Founded in Locksbottom in 1973, McBrides has evolved over five decades into a full-service accountancy firm with offices in Sidcup and Hartlepool, seven partners, and a team of 50. The firm is also known and trusted for its supportive training programmes for both school leavers and graduates!

Let's talk about the role

As a Trainee Tax Advisory, you’ll be fully immersed with our experienced Tax team, learning to provide great advice to clients. Life will be fast paced, engaging, creative and rewarding.

It’s a great opportunity to develop and progress within a forward-thinking and fast-paced firm. You’ll:

• Assist the team with the completion of tax compliance
• Assist with tax administration duties including logging information, scanning client records & billing
• Be part of a talented team, adding value to the exceptional work we deliver
• Prepare self-assessment personal tax returns, including advising clients of their tax liabilities
• Collate information and prepare P11D forms for limited companies
• Deal with HMRC correspondence or enquiries
• Prepare small accounts for sole traders

Let's talk about you and your skills...

Hungry for a new challenge:

• You will have – or be expecting – a 2:1 degree, in addition to A levels in any subject at grades B and above (or equivalent).
• You will commence study on the ATT CTA Tax Pathway to complete both the ATT (Association of Taxation Technicians) and CTA (Chartered Tax Adviser) qualifications.
• You will demonstrate good communication and organisational skills, and a willingness to learn.
• Some experience of tax matters, either through study or work experience, would help in demonstrating a desire to progress as a tax professional.

Let's talk benefits...

Here’s a few reasons to come and join us, but you’ll find loads more once you get your feet under the table:

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday allowance
• Fully funded study support
• Tailored learning and development
• Full-inhouse CPD calendar
• A fully loaded wellbeing, social & community calendar.

Together we achieve great things for our team, clients, communities and the planet. You can read more about life at DJH here. – https://www.djh.co.uk/careers/early-careers/