Dani at Avocet Commercial Careers is inviting ambitious young professionals to launch their tax career as a Trainee Tax Technician with a leading accountancy practice in Bridgwater.
About the Client
Our client is a dynamic professional services organisation that combines technical excellence with a commitment to nurturing emerging talent. Recognised as a Top 50 accountancy practice and Top 50 apprenticeship employer, they provide comprehensive training and development opportunities that transform promising individuals into skilled tax professionals.
Role Overview
This Trainee Tax Technician position offers an exceptional pathway to a professional qualification with the Association of Tax Technicians (ATT). You will receive fully funded training, comprehensive support, and the opportunity to develop a rewarding career in taxation while earning a competitive salary.
Trainee Tax Technician Responsibilities:
- Support the tax team in preparing client tax returns and HMRC compliance documents
- Assist in gathering and processing financial information
- Learn and apply complex tax legislation and principles
- Develop comprehensive understanding of taxation frameworks
- Participate in professional training and academic study
- Contribute to team projects and administrative workflows
- Gain exposure to various service lines and tax disciplines
- Maintain accurate and detailed records
- Support senior team members in client service delivery
Trainee Tax Technician Requirements:
- Strong academic background with excellent GCSE or A-level results
- Analytical and numerically confident
- Excellent communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Genuine interest in taxation and financial services
- Quick learner with ability to adapt to new technologies
- Professional and team-oriented approach
- Methodical and detail-oriented
- Resilient and able to manage multiple priorities
- Positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills
Benefits:
- Competitive starting salary
- Fully funded ATT professional qualification
- 36.25-hour working week
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing to 25 days after 3 years)
- Opportunity to carry over one week's holiday
- Death in service benefit (3x annual salary)
- Comprehensive rewards and health scheme
- 24-hour employee assistance programme
- Flexible benefits package
- Pension scheme with employer matching
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Structured professional development pathway
- Potential to use 'ATT' designation after qualification
This role provides an outstanding opportunity for a motivated individual to transform their career aspirations into a professional reality. If you're passionate about taxation and eager to learn, we want to hear from you.