Graduate Post – ACA/CTA training contract with focus on tax consultancy
Manchester
The Role:
Taxation is a constantly changing and high-profile field. Here at Claritas Tax, we can offer you the opportunity to work in tax advisory, giving you a deep understanding of tax and how business transactions can be affected by tax law. Our work is predominately project and solution based, requiring daily problem solving and the application of complex tax law to the wide variety of commercial situations.
We work within a happy, enjoyable atmosphere and we are all focused and enthusiastic individuals. Our dedicated Social Team regularly plan a diverse range of activities through the year for all staff to enjoy. This focus on staff welfare and training means that our staff retention rates are considerably higher than the industry average as people who join enjoy building their careers with us.
You will be based in our Manchester office and you will be:
• an integral part of a growing firm,
• helping to deliver tax advisory projects,
• assisting with tax research,
• meeting clients in a support role to the senior team,
• assisting with tax compliance (both corporate and personal taxes),
• experiencing different areas of work during your initial training period via our Seat Rotation program, where you will work within a specific service line (Mergers and Acquisitions Tax, Business Tax Planning and Advisory, Corporation Tax Compliance, Personal Tax, Equity Reward & Valuations, Innovation Reliefs) for a 6-month period for each Seat.
Training and development offered
We are an ICAEW Authorised Training Employer and as part of your programme, you will study two chartered qualifications: the Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) and the ACA qualification provided by the ICAEW. This is an advanced programme that will provide you with the opportunity to develop both your business and technical skills. You will also achieve the government-recognised Level 7 Apprenticeship qualification, developing essential soft skills (non-technical) sought in the professional services sector.
You will begin studying towards your first professional exams soon after joining, instantly developing knowledge that will support your work in tax. Through tuition via an acclaimed provider, and a qualified team with the same experience, you will have the best support and resources to study for these exams, gaining the tax knowledge, accountancy skills and real-world business experience to jumpstart your career in tax.
You will have a tailored training and ongoing coaching and development plan through your training and beyond.
You will join with your own personal support network, including a buddy to offer first-hand experience. You’ll receive guidance and support each step of the way to make sure you have everything you need to realise your potential from day one.
Salary and benefits:
• Private medical insurance
• Online GP service
• Life assurance
• Pension contribution
• Option to purchase additional holiday
• Employee discount scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Benefits Hub, offering retail discounts and other benefits
Qualifications and candidate expectations
We are looking for ambitious individuals with excellent numeracy and communication skills together with strong literacy and report writing skills. You will also have the following characteristics:
• Inquiring mind and a problem solver with high standards.
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in tax and commitment to qualifying as both a Chartered Tax Advisor and Chartered Accountant.
• The ability to work to multiple deadlines, prioritise your time and balance the demands of work and study.
• Comfortable working collaboratively as part of a team.
Academic requirements are:
• A 2:1 degree or above in any subject.
• A UCAS tariff of at least 120 (300 old tariff) or equivalent.
• Grade 6 (B using the old system) or above in GCSE Maths and English.
