Location: Uxbridge, Middlesex
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Build your career in tax with Ward Williams Are you looking to build a rewarding career in tax with a firm that will invest in your development from day one?
Ward Williams is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Personal Tax ATT Trainee to join our friendly and experienced Personal Tax team based in our Uxbridge office.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a genuine interest in tax and accountancy who is eager to learn, develop professionally and build a long term career.
As a trainee, you'll be working alongside experienced colleagues who are there to coach, mentor and support you every step of the way. You'll gain practical hands on experience and learn how personal taxation works in the real world. Every day will bring new opportunities to develop your knowledge whilst making a genuine contribution to our clients, your colleagues and the wider business.
At Ward Williams, we've been supporting businesses and individuals with accountancy, tax, audit and business advisory services for over 30 years. As an independent firm of Chartered Accountants, we're proud of our collaborative culture, long standing client relationships and commitment to investing in our people.
If you're curious, motivated and ready to learn, we'll provide the support, experience and opportunities to help you build a successful career.
About Ward Williams Ward Williams is an independent firm of Chartered Accountants with offices in Uxbridge, Weybridge and Sunninghill. For more than 30 years, we've been helping businesses and individuals navigate financial challenges, plan for the future and achieve their goals.
We believe our people are our greatest strength. That's why we're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels supported, encouraged to learn and given the opportunity to develop a rewarding long term career.
About the Role You'll be joining a knowledgeable and approachable team who are passionate about developing new talent and helping colleagues build successful careers in tax.
As a Personal Tax ATT Trainee, you'll become part of our experienced Personal Tax team, supporting a wide variety of clients whilst learning the technical and professional skills needed to build a successful career in tax.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with the preparation of personal tax returns.
- Supporting the preparation of Benefits in Kind returns (P11Ds).
- Assisting with Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements and supporting clients as the tax system continues to evolve.
- Liaising with HMRC regarding clients' tax affairs.
- Managing correspondence from HMRC and ensuring client records remain accurate.
- Supporting the smooth running of the Personal Tax department through a range of administrative and compliance activities.
- Assisting colleagues and Directors with tax related queries and projects.
- Communicating professionally with clients, HMRC and colleagues.
- Developing your technical knowledge through practical experience and structured learning.
A Typical Week No two weeks are the same. During a typical week you could be:
- Preparing personal tax returns with support from senior colleagues.
- Assisting with Making Tax Digital (MTD) work and helping clients adapt to new reporting requirements.
- Speaking with clients and HMRC.
- Learning how UK tax legislation applies in practice.
- Supporting the preparation of Benefits in Kind returns (P11Ds).
- Assisting members of the Personal Tax team with client projects.
- Building your technical knowledge through practical experience, mentoring and professional development.
As your confidence and knowledge grow, you'll gradually take on increasing responsibility and become involved in a wider range of client work.
About You Technical knowledge can be taught. We're looking for someone with the right attitude, genuine curiosity, a willingness to learn and a desire to become an active member of our team.
You'll ideally have:
- A genuine interest in accountancy and taxation.
- Excellent communication and numerical skills.
- Strong IT skills. Experience of CCH Tax software would be beneficial but isn't essential.
- An interest in technology and how digital tools, including Making Tax Digital (MTD), are shaping the future of tax.
- A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your workload effectively.
- The ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
- A positive approach to becoming involved in office life and contributing to the wider Ward Williams team.
Whether you're leaving school or college, graduating, or already have some workplace experience, we're looking for someone with the right attitude, curiosity and enthusiasm to build a successful career in tax.
Professional Development This is a genuine career opportunity with a clear pathway for professional development.
From day one, you'll receive practical training, mentoring and support from experienced colleagues who are committed to helping you develop your technical knowledge, professional skills and confidence.
Following the successful completion of your probation period and subject to satisfactory performance, you'll have the opportunity to move onto an ATT (Association of Taxation Technicians) Training Contract, with your studies fully funded by Ward Williams.
We believe in investing in our people and supporting long term careers.
Why Join Ward Williams? Your first professional role should be about more than simply learning the technical aspects of the job. It should be about joining a team that supports you, challenges you and helps you grow.
As a trainee, you'll work alongside experienced colleagues every day, giving you the opportunity to ask questions, learn through practical experience and develop your confidence in a supportive environment.
Because this is an office based role, you'll benefit from regular face to face mentoring and day to day support from colleagues around you. We believe this is the best environment for someone at the start of their career to develop both professionally and personally.
You'll also enjoy:
- Fully funded and structured ATT Training Contract (after probation and satisfactory performance)
- The opportunity to work with a broad range of clients and develop practical experience from the very start of your career.
- Career progression opportunities
- Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
- 22 days' holiday + Bank Holidays
- Income Protection
- Death in Service
- The Uxbridge office is easily accessible by road and public transport. We have free onsite parking and in close walking proximity to Uxbridge high street.
- Team building days and social events including Friday team breakfasts
- Long service awards
Life at Ward Williams We're proud of the culture we're building. We celebrate success, support one another during busy periods and believe everyone has a part to play in creating a positive working environment.
We work hard, support one another and enjoy spending time together. Whether it's Friday team breakfasts, fundraising activities, celebrating successes or getting together at social events, we believe strong relationships help create a positive and enjoyable place to work.
As a trainee, you'll become part of a friendly and collaborative team where continuous learning is encouraged. We also value people who want to get involved in office life, build relationships across the firm and make a positive contribution to the culture that makes Ward Williams a great place to work.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Ward Williams is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
We welcome applications from suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marital or civil partnership status.
We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our business and helps us better support our clients and colleagues.
How to Apply If you're looking to build a rewarding career in tax with a supportive and experienced team, we'd love to hear from you.
Please fill out the online application form and attach your CV together with a short covering message explaining why you're interested in the role.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early applications are encouraged.
We're looking for more than just someone to fill a vacancy. We're looking for someone who wants to learn, contribute and become part of the Ward Williams team. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.
Frequently Asked Questions No. This is a trainee position, so we're looking for someone with a genuine interest in accountancy and tax, a willingness to learn and a positive attitude. Full training will be provided, and you'll learn alongside experienced members of our Personal Tax team.
Do I need previous office experience?
No. Whether you're leaving school or college, graduating, or already have some workplace experience, we're looking for someone with the right attitude . click apply for full job details