Tax Trainee

Company Overview
Galloways Accounting is the fastest growing accounting services firm in Sussex. With multiple offices and a dedicated team of over 100 professionals, we serve thousands of businesses and individuals across the region and beyond. We pride ourselves on delivering comprehensive financial solutions with a focus on exceptional client care and professional growth.

Job Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Tax Trainee to join our dynamic team. This paid entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in financial services, accounting, and tax compliance. As a Tax Trainee, you will support our experienced accountants in preparing tax returns, managing client accounts, and gaining valuable insight into the world of financial planning and accounting software.

Tax Trainees will support managers / partners with their client portfolio. On passing probation they will study ATT and then CTA having either recently graduated or completed A levels.

• Liaising with clients and supporting with basic tax queries;
• Requesting outstanding information and ensuring client records are up to date;
• Regular correspondence with HMRC;
• Ensuring compliance with HMRC deadlines and preparing working papers to support tax returns;
• Maintaining data security throughout all interactions with sensitive information in accordance with our data protection policies and procedures;
• Performing control accounts reconciliations, investigating and correcting any errors;
• Assisting with month and year end processes and producing monthly reports;
• Providing assistance to the specialist tax team with Personal Tax and Corporation Tax work;
• Proving support and research on policies and procedures in line with legal requirements;
• Bank reconciliations;
• Keeping up to date with UK Tax legislation and ensuring clients comply with tax laws and regulations;
• High level of integrity and ethical approach to work.

Requirements

• Personal effectiveness;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Well organised with the ability to work accurately under pressure and manage work deadlines;
• High level of logical problem solving skills;
• Strong team working skills; and technically proficient in IT, highly competent in Excel and able to use on line accounting software;
• Business skills;
• A strong interest in Tax and willingness to pursue ATT/CTA qualification
• Able to confidently build relationships with both clients and the internal team;
• Good attention to detail; work right first time;
• Flexible, positive and responsive to client business needs;
• Minimum of a 2:1 degree or higher, if have a degree qualification;
• Minimum grades of A*, A or B / Distinction*, Distinction or Merit at A levels in relevant subjects, if no further study.

Join us at Galloways Accounting and kick-start your career in finance! This role offers hands-on experience in tax preparation, financial analysis, and the use of leading accounting tools—all within a supportive environment that values growth and professional development.

Pay: £24,784.50 per year

Work Location: In person