Tax Trainee (ACA/CTA) – School Leaver, Flexible Hours

Saffery Champness; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing scheme (approx. £1,000)

Generous annual leave & flexible work

Contributory pension plan (5% match)

Job summary

Saffery Champness in Peterborough is recruiting a School Leaver Corporate Tax Trainee (ACA/CTA) for September 2027. You’ll embark on a four-and-a-half year training contract combining professional study with on-the-job experience, starting with a six-week Kaplan-supported business simulation to build teamwork, decision-making and leadership.

You'll learn core tax principles, gain hands-on tax compliance experience, and work with colleagues across industries while preparing towards ACA/CTA

Qualifications

• A minimum of 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels or Highers (or equivalent).
• A minimum of 6 (or B) in GCSE/National 5 Maths and English Language (or equivalent).
• We welcome applications from candidates who are AAT qualified; if you have completed AAT studies up to Level 4, detail this in your application.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tax returns, computations and other compliance filings for a range of clients.
• Work with financial and client data to support reporting, analysis and submissions.
• Use specialist software and systems to deliver high-quality tax work.
• Carry out technical research and support client projects, queries and advisory work.
• Prepare reports, calculations and documentation for review by senior colleagues.
• Build relationships with clients and colleagues while gaining exposure to a variety of industries and sectors.
• Contribute to delivering accurate, practical solutions that help clients meet their tax obligations and achieve their goals.

Skills

Teamwork

Decision-making

Leadership

Education

UCAS points requirement

GCSE Maths and English (6/B)

AAT Level 4 qualification

Job description

Saffery Champness in Peterborough is recruiting a School Leaver Corporate Tax Trainee (ACA/CTA) for September 2027. You’ll embark on a four-and-a-half year training contract combining professional study with on-the-job experience, starting with a six-week Kaplan-supported business simulation to build teamwork, decision-making and leadership.

You'll learn core tax principles, gain hands-on tax compliance experience, and work with colleagues across industries while preparing towards ACA/CTA