Tax Associate ATT/CTA (Graduate Scheme) - Peterborough - December 2025

targetjobs UK; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Peterborough is seeking a driven graduate for the Tax Associate position. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and comprehensive study support for professional qualifications. Responsibilities include conducting tax research, advising clients, and negotiating with authorities. Candidates should have a 2:1 degree and 112 UCAS points. Join a top award-winning firm that values your career growth and personal development.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Hybrid Working

Full Study Support

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Passion for tax and finance careers.
• Willingness to study for Professional Qualification (ATT Level 5 and/or CTA Level 7).

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical tax research.
• Produce tax computations.
• Advise clients on tax requirements.
• Negotiate with HM Revenue & Customs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Client relations

Education

2:1 degree

112 UCAS Points

Job description

Are you a driven and ambitious graduate ready to step into the world of tax and finance? Or perhaps you’re in your final year and preparing for the next chapter after graduation. At MHA, we’re not just offering you a job; we’re inviting you to embark on a transformative journey where your skills will flourish, and your aspirations will be nurtured.

What You Will Enjoy at MHA

• A Competitive Salary and Benefits: Enjoy a graduate salary package that values your contribution from the start.
• Hybrid Working: Benefit from flexible working hours and the option to work from home.
• Full Study Support: Gain a globally recognised qualification with comprehensive support from top-notch training providers.
• Hands‑On Experience: Dive into practical, on‑the‑job training and build valuable client relationships early on.
• Career Growth: Join a global network through Baker Tilly International and explore opportunities for secondments across diverse clients.
• A Supportive Network: Mentors and peers dedicated to your success and personal development.
• Your career path is yours to shape: Freedom to shape your career in any direction you choose.

Working for an Award‑Winning Firm

We’re thrilled to have been recognised with top accolades, including Best Advisory Services at the Business Resilience Awards and multiple titles at the British Accountancy Awards, such as National Firm of the Year and Graduate Programme of the Year. We’ve also earned the prestigious GOLD award for Investors in People, highlighting our commitment to putting people first.

Your Impact and Responsibilities

Our tax professionals are innovative problem‑solvers who guide businesses in optimising their finances throughout their entire lifecycle. As a Tax Associate you will:

• Conduct technical tax research.
• Produce tax computations.
• Advise clients on their tax requirements.
• Negotiate with HM Revenue & Customs.
• Study towards your Professional Qualification (ATT Level 5 and/or CTA Level 7).

What We’re Looking For

While a background in finance is not required, we do seek graduates with at least 112 UCAS Points (or equivalent) and a 2:1 degree. A genuine passion for a career in tax and finance, combined with the ambition to thrive, is what truly counts.

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