Corporate Tax Trainee

Are you looking to launch your career in corporate tax with a leading Top 50 UK accountancy firm?

We are delighted to be recruiting for an ambitious Corporate Tax Trainee to join a highly regarded accountancy practice in Basingstoke. This role offers a unique opportunity to kickstart your career in tax, gain hands-on experience, and work towards professional qualifications with full support from the firm.

As a Corporate Tax Trainee, you will be an integral part of the tax team, working with experienced professionals to provide outstanding tax services to clients. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Tax Compliance: Assisting with the preparation and submission of corporate tax returns.
• Client Support: Collaborating with the team to answer client queries and provide practical advice.
• Research & Analysis: Supporting the team with research into tax legislation and identifying opportunities for tax planning.
• Document Preparation: Preparing and reviewing documentation for clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Learning & Development: Actively participating in training sessions and applying your knowledge to real-world scenarios.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• A-Levels (A,B,B) or equivalent qualifications. Alternatively we welcome applications from university students who have achieved or are predicted a 2:1 or above
• You must have GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 5 or above
• Proven communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong IT skills, specifically Excel and able to pick up new IT packages very quickly
• Exceptional attention to detail
• A positive, confident and proactive attitude 
• Enjoy working as part of a team and self-motivated
• Willingness to undertake and succeed in a range of professional studies
• Relevant work experience and/or experience would be great but not essential

• Full funding and support to study ATT/CTA qualifications, including study leave and time off for exams 
• Hybrid and flexible working
• A varied role in a talented and experienced team
• Joining a company with an exciting growth plan ahead 
• Plenty of opportunities to increase your technical knowledge and skills
• Exposure to a wide range of clients across many industry sectors
• An experienced manager to support your development and provide day to day guidance  
• A comprehensive induction and buddy to help you get up to speed in your first few months
• Competitive salary and benefits package including pension, life assurance, health cash plan, retail discount scheme, electric vehicles salary sacrifice, cycle to work, hybrid and flexible working
• Generous core holiday allowance plus holiday trading, flexible bank holidays, and additional holiday with service
• Wellbeing programme with regular events and activities focused on your physical and mental wellbeing. We also offer all employees a Wellbeing Day each year – a day dedicated to boosting your wellbeing

About the FirmThis top 50 accountancy practice is recognized for its commitment to client excellence and employee growth. With a broad client base spanning a range of industries, the firm provides an exceptional environment for aspiring tax professionals to build a successful and rewarding career.

How to ApplyIf you’re ready to begin your journey in corporate tax and want to work with one of the UK’s top accountancy firms, we’d love to hear from you. Take the first step towards a rewarding career—apply today!

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