Tax Trainee

EA First Compass House; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Tax Trainee to join their dynamic team in Cambridge. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while pursuing professional qualifications in accountancy. You will assist in preparing financial statements, processing VAT reconciliations, and filing tax returns, all while receiving study support for your AAT qualifications and beyond. The firm is committed to your professional development, providing a supportive environment where you can thrive and grow. If you have a keen interest in accountancy and strong numerical skills, this is the perfect opportunity to kickstart your career.

Benefits

Study support for AAT Qualifications

Career development opportunities

Hands-on experience with clients

Excellent salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Interest in a future career in accountancy is essential.
• Strong numerical and problem-solving skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial statements and processing VAT reconciliations.
• File self-assessment tax returns and maintain accurate financial records.

Skills

Numerical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

IT Knowledge

Education

Grade 5 in English

Grade 5 in Maths

Good A-Level results in related subjects

Tools

In-house accounting software

Job description

Are you looking for a role where you can gain hands-on experience whilst also earning money and gaining professional qualifications?

This Tax Trainee role at a well-known Accountancy Firm in Cambridge is offering exactly that!

Our client is a Top UK Accountancy Firm that offers expert audit, tax, consulting, and financial advisory solutions to their clients. They have a commitment to excellence, supporting a diverse client base, from startups to global corporations. They champion professional development and are invested in their team's success.

As a Tax Trainee, your responsibilities will include:

• Assist in preparing financial statements by inputting client data, reconciling accounts, and compiling supporting documents.
• Process VAT reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and tax computations for both personal and corporate tax.
• Support the audit team with systems testing, balance sheet reviews, and stock takes.
• File self-assessment tax returns, VAT returns, and company annual returns online.
• Maintain accurate financial records using in-house accounting software.

What they are looking for:

• An individual with a keen and genuine interest in a future career within accountancy.
• Grade 5 upwards in English/Maths.
• Good A-Level results in related subjects to accountancy e.g., business, economics, maths.
• Strong numerical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• IT knowledge (advantageous).

What's on offer for you:

• An excellent salary and benefits package.
• Study support for your AAT Qualifications and beyond (ACA/ACCA).
• Career development and promotion opportunities.
• Hands-on experience, dealing with a range of clients.

EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.