Tax & Accountancy Apprentice

Eight Financial Advice; Fareham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Study funding for AAT/ACCA/ACA

Performance bonus

28 days holiday + bank holidays + your

birthday off

Private medical insurance

Life assurance (4x salary)

Wellbeing support

Mortgage and pension advice

Volunteering time

Regular socials & epic events

Job summary

Eight Tax and Accountancy in Whiteley near Fareham is offering a Tax & Accountancy Apprentice role. This is a modern, supportive and growing firm where you can start your career and gain hands-on experience while working towards a professional qualification.

You will join a team that values development, with training provided on Xero and other software. We offer hybrid working, study funding for AAT/ACCA/ACA and a generous benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in developing a career in accountancy and tax.
• Sound numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with Xero or other accounting software is an advantage, though training will be provided.
• Proactive attitude and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation of financial statements for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Supporting the preparation of corporation tax and personal tax returns.
• Helping to complete VAT returns and maintain accurate bookkeeping records.
• Managing Companies House filings (confirmation statements, director changes, etc.)
• Assisting with client onboarding, AML checks and engagement letters.
• Communicating with clients and handling day-to-day queries.
• Gaining exposure to tax planning, business start-ups and other advisory work.
• Liaising with HMRC and third parties on behalf of clients.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Excel

Xero experience

Tools

Xero

Job description

Tax & Accountancy Apprentice

Eight Tax and Accountancy

Whiteley - £23,000

Are you looking to begin your career in a modern, supportive and growing accountancy firm? At Eight Tax and Accountancy, we're not your typical practice. We're expanding rapidly and are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented individual to join us as a Tax & Accountancy Apprentice.

Whether you're taking your first step into the industry or already have some experience, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain real, hands-on experience while working towards a professional qualification - all within a company that genuinely supports your development.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assisting in the preparation of financial statements for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Supporting the preparation of corporation tax and personal tax returns
• Helping to complete VAT returns and maintain accurate bookkeeping records
• Managing Companies House filings (confirmation statements, director changes, etc.)
• Assisting with client onboarding, AML checks and engagement letters
• Communicating with clients and handling day-to-day queries
• Gaining exposure to tax planning, business start-ups and other advisory work
• Liaising with HMRC and third parties on behalf of clients

Requirements

What We're Looking For:

• A strong interest in developing a career in accountancy and tax
• Sound numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Experience with Xero or other accounting software is an advantage, though training will be provided
• A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Full support and funding towards AAT / ACCA / ACA qualifications
• Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days wherever you work best
• Performance bonus + Company-wide bonus (when Eight hits targets)
• 28 days' holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
• Private medical insurance & life assurance (4x salary)
• Wellbeing support: EAP, mental health helpline, cycle-to-work scheme
• Free mortgage and pension advice from our in-house experts
• Volunteering time: 8 paid hours annually via The Eight Foundation
• Regular socials & epic events