Tax Trainee – School Leaver Program (ACA/CTA)

Saffery; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship & career progression

Flexible work arrangements

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I)

Job summary

Saffery is recruiting for a trainee role in Corporate Tax in Leeds, offering a four-and-a-half-year training contract with full support and access to tuition centres. You’ll study towards the ACA/CTA joint qualification while gaining on-the-job experience and mentorship.

The programme welcomes school leavers and career changers with no prior experience, providing structured development and exposure to diverse client work. AAT candidates may receive exemptions as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 120 UCAS points from your top 3 A Levels or Highers (excluding General Studies and AS Levels).
• A minimum of 6 (or B) in GCSE or National 5 Maths and English Language (or equivalent).
• Welcome applications from candidates who are AAT qualified; if you completed AAT (up to Level 4) in place of A Levels/Highers, detail this on 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 various industries and sectors.
• Contribute to delivering accurate, practical solutions that help clients meet their tax obligations and goals.

Education

UCAS points requirement (top 3 A Levels/Highers)

GCSE Maths and English (minimum 6/B)

AAT Level 4

ACA/CTA syllabus study

Job description

Saffery is recruiting for a trainee role in Corporate Tax in Leeds, offering a four-and-a-half-year training contract with full support and access to tuition centres. You’ll study towards the ACA/CTA joint qualification while gaining on-the-job experience and mentorship.

The programme welcomes school leavers and career changers with no prior experience, providing structured development and exposure to diverse client work. AAT candidates may receive exemptions as appropriate.