Tax Associate (ACA/CTA Trainee) - Register your interest

Cooper & Hall Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study Package

31 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Pension Scheme

Subsidised gym membership

Job summary

A leading tax advisory firm in Greater London is seeking a Tax Associate (ACA/CTA Trainee) to join their Tax department. This role offers full study support for ACA/CTA qualifications and the opportunity to work on corporate tax assignments. Responsibilities include assisting with tax returns, collaborating with various departments, and conducting tax research. Candidates should have A-levels in relevant subjects and strong communication skills. Competitive benefits package including study support and a gym membership.

Qualifications

• Ambition to pursue a career in tax and complete examinations.
• Ability to manage workload and expectations under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist with corporate tax related assignments and returns.
• Build rapport with departments to understand tax requirements.
• Conduct tax research and draft advisory reports.
• Liaise with clients and HM Revenue & Customs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Microsoft Word/Excel

Enthusiastic and proactive

Client-facing confidence

Education

Minimum A-levels, B, B, C grades

Grade B/6 or above in GCSE Maths and English Language

Job description

Tax Associate (ACA/CTA Trainee) - Register your interest

Role overview

Joining a team of 35, this is a great opportunity to join the Tax department and embark on a career in tax.

The successful candidate will be offered full study support to complete the ACA joint pathway qualification and gain hands‑on experience working with a variety of clients.

The joint pathway allows candidates to study for both their ACA and CTA qualifications.

Duties will include:

• Assisting team members perform corporate tax related assignments, including preparation of corporate tax returns and all aspects of tax administration and management.
• Building rapport with other departments within the firm to develop a clear and detailed understanding of internal and external business tax requirements.
• Assisting in tax research and preparing first drafts of corporation tax advisory reports.
• Liaising and corresponding with clients and HM Revenue & Customs.

At UHY it’s all about you – our benefits

• Study Package, including TOIL (Time off in Lieu) (TOIL up to AM, Study support only if agreed)
• 31 days holiday (including bank holidays & Compulsory Christmas shutdown counted as part of holiday entitlement)
• The ability to purchase extra days leave in salary sacrifice
• Private medical insurance at discounted rates
• Private medical insurance (Assistant manager and above)
• Subsidised corporate gym membership at Fitness First
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Season ticket loan (for travel)
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay
• Pension Scheme arrangements
• Employee discount platform – UHY Plus
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric car scheme

Person specifications – Desirable experience and skills

Academic requirements

• Minimum A-levels, B, B, C grades (or equivalent, excluding general studies)
• Grade B/6 or above in GCSE Maths and English Language (or equivalent)
• No previous professional exam study required
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to write and present professional reports is an advantage.
• A keen interest in pursuing a career in tax with a view to completing the examinations is an advantage.

System experience

• Experience of using Microsoft Word/Excel to a good level.

Personal effectiveness

• Enthusiastic and proactive individual with ambition to succeed in the profession.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage workload and expectations.
• Confidence in client‑facing situations.
• Awareness of business tax environment, bookkeeping or similar industry knowledge.

Learning and development

We will support your development and progress towards more complex and technical work. Enthusiasm to learn is therefore key.