Corporate Tax Trainee Smith & Williamson

Job description

At Smith & Williamson we recruit high calibre people with the skills, knowledge and commitment to meet the demands of the business. The successful individual will join a three year structured training programme combining practical experience with technical studies for the ACA qualification and possibly the Chartered Taxation Adviser (CTA) qualification.

If you are a graduate and looking for first class training in Corporate Tax and meet all the criteria listed below we would like to hear from you.

Duties

• Preparation of corporation tax computations and returns (CT600s)
• General compliance including keeping records of tax payments, advising clients of key filing and payment dates and communicating with the HM Revenue & Customs where necessary
• Preparing billing analysis of work completed and draft fee notes to clients
• Assist with research assignments and drafting technical documentation
• Assisting other group members in professional work and providing support where required
• Acquire and build relationship with your own clients and begin to supervise new trainees after approximately one year

Person requirements

To be successful in this role you will:

• Be committed and motivated to studying towards the ACA and CTA qualifications
• Be able to deliver first class client service and work effectively as part of a team
• Demonstrate an ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing
• Be well organised and have the ability to prioritise your own workload
• Have a high level of general commercial awareness
• Take a diligent and efficient approach to work
• Demonstrate a professional and polite approach

Company information

Ambitious, forward thinking and friendly, Smith & Williamson is an award-winning accountancy and investment management firm. As such, we are distinctive in the market for our broad range of services and strong client relationships.

Our scope and expertise allows us to deliver bespoke investment management, financial advisory and accountancy solutions that make a real difference to private individuals, professional practices, mid- to large corporations and non-profit organisations.

And as the eighth largest accountancy firm in the UK, we're large enough to be competitive, but small enough to develop relationships with our clients, and our people, that allow us to deliver tailored solutions and build strong careers - and sets us apart in the market.

Developing new talent across the firm is key for us to remain competitive and move our business forward. We recruit graduates, school leavers and interns each year, across our 11 UK offices, in areas including Assurance & Business Services, Corporate Tax, Investment Management and Private Client Tax.

Our size means we are able to offer the opportunities and experience our trainees are looking for. You'll be given responsibility and challenging client-facing work at an early stage, across a diverse range of sectors, and structured training toward professional qualifications. And all within a supportive, open and friendly working environment that is as down-to-earth as it is dynamic.

Qualification and experience requirements

Graduate trainee roles and summer internships in Corporate Tax require a minimum B grade in GCSE Maths and English Language, 300 UCAS points in your top three A-levels (excluding General Studies) and a minimum 2:2 in your undergraduate degree.

However, joining us is not just about the academic qualifications. We know you're bright, but we're looking for something extra: the difference that you can make to our team.

We're looking for people who are able to work both independently as well as being strong team players with the ability to work effectively with others, both from their own and other departments within the firm. This means that you can get to the heart of our clients' needs and provide tailored and effective solutions.

You'll have a genuine interest in business and be committed to and enjoy meeting challenges, both those of our client business and your own career development.

In return, we'll provide all the support and experience you need to help you grow into a trusted business adviser. For us that means exemplary client service, so you'll be keen and able to learn from experts in their fields, and develop your own skills across a diverse client base.

Accepted degree subjects

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