Tax Graduate

Dains Accountants & Advisers; Ayr; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3-year training

25 days leave

Hybrid work

Professional subscriptions

Development reviews

Volunteering days

Social events

Dains Academy access

Job summary

Dains Accountants in Ayr, Scotland is seeking an ambitious graduate to join our Tax team on a full-time, onsite basis. On completing a 3-year ATT/CTA graduate training programme you will achieve Chartered Accountant status and gain hands-on experience across corporate tax, personal tax and VAT, with supportive development and hybrid working options.

You’ll receive 25 days of annual leave, paid professional subscriptions, volunteering days, and access to the Dains Academy and Learning platform as

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade C in Maths and English at National 5
• 112 UCAS points or equivalent
• 2:1 honours degree or predicated
• Eligibility to work in the UK without sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of tax returns
• Assist with compliance and complex transactions
• Gain exposure to corporate tax, personal tax and VAT

Education

National 5 Maths and English C grade

UCAS points 112

2:1 honours degree

UK work eligibility without sponsorship

Job description

Are you ready to launch your career in one of the most dynamic and challenging areas of accountancy?

Dains Accountants are looking for an ambitious graduate to join our Tax team in Scotland.

If you’re an enthusiastic graduate looking to join an accounting firm where you can enjoy a rewarding and progressive career, The Dains Group could offer you a range of career opportunities. We help some of the UK’s most exciting businesses navigate complex tax landscapes, manage risk, and plan for sustainable growth.

On completing your 3-year ATT/CTA graduate training programme, you will have achieved your Chartered Accountant professional status, plus have gained hands on professional knowledge and experience working alongside highly skilled accounting professionals.

Department Early Careers Employment Type Full Time Location Ayr Workplace type Onsite

Our Tax Team

Our Tax team gives you the best of both worlds! You will receive exposure to a wide range of tax disciplines, including corporate tax, personal tax, and VAT. You’ll work with businesses and individuals to ensure they meet their tax obligations while identifying opportunities for tax efficiency and planning. Our tax experts are detail orientated individuals who provide tailored advice to businesses and individuals. You will help to support the preparation of tax returns, advising on compliance and supporting with complex transactions. Working as part of our tax team will allow you to be a part of a fast paced, problem solving environment allowing you to quickly enhance your career.

What You'll Get

• A 3 year structured training programme leading to Chartered Accountant status. (ATT/CTA)
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
• Smart, flexible and hybrid working options.
• Paid professional subscriptions.
• Regular personal/professional development reviews.
• Paid volunteering days
• Regular social events and a supportive, people-focused culture.
• Enrolment into the Dains Academy and access to the Dains Learning platform.

Entry Requirements

• Minimum Grade C in Maths and English at National 5 Grade.
• A minimum of 112 UCAS points or equivalent (Excluding General Studies).
• 2:1 honour degree/predicated.
• Eligibility to work in the UK without sponsorship.

About Dains

Established in 1926, The Dains Group is a fast growing, independent accountancy practice ranked 22nd in the National Accountancy Age. With over 1000 talented individuals across the UK and Ireland, we're ready to drive growth, make an impact, and excel your career.

At Dains, we believe our people are our greatest asset. As one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy groups, we offer a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive environment where ambitious professionals can thrive.