Tax Trainee: Fast-Track to ACA/CTA Qualification

targetjobs UK; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Wellbeing offering

Volunteering opportunities

Social/sports clubs

Job summary

Cooper Parry is offering a Tax Trainee pathway starting January 2027, with interviews in November. You will work in small teams, learn how to advise clients, and undertake ACA/CTA or ATT/CTA qualification studies alongside the day job.

The role balances coursework with client delivery and aims to develop a long-term accounting career. We look for candidates with strong numeracy, communication skills, and a collaborative mindset who are committed to learning and positive, proactive problem

Qualifications

• Studying for a professional qualification and working is not an easy pathway.
• Committed with amazing project management skills to balance studies and the day job.
• Curious about companies and see our work as part of their success.

Responsibilities

• Turning complex jargon into simple terms and actions for our brilliant clients.
• Making sure our clients are compliant by preparing and submitting their tax returns.
• Liaising with HMRC around tax returns and gaining tax reliefs.
• Generating new ideas, solutions and spotting opportunities to enhance our client offering.
• Keeping up to date with changes to legislation and the impact they may have on our clients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Questioning

Adaptability

Multitasking

Team player

Tax enthusiasm

Education

Completed degree with 3 A Levels BBC (numerical or business subjects)

Job description

Cooper Parry is offering a Tax Trainee pathway starting January 2027, with interviews in November. You will work in small teams, learn how to advise clients, and undertake ACA/CTA or ATT/CTA qualification studies alongside the day job.

The role balances coursework with client delivery and aims to develop a long-term accounting career. We look for candidates with strong numeracy, communication skills, and a collaborative mindset who are committed to learning and positive, proactive problem