Ashgates is a progressive, proactive and friendly accountancy and advisory practice with over 80 people based at Pride Park, Derby.
Established in 1991, the firm has grown incredibly over the years attracting talented experts providing a broad range of support and advice to businesses and individuals, locally, nationally and overseas. Our recent merger with DJH gives us a platform to continue our growth into the future.
Under supervision and with guidance from the Tax Managers, your day to day as a Tax trainee will look like:
> Assist with preparing Personal and Corporation Tax Returns, including preparation of tax computations and draft own correspondence to client.
> Calculate tax liabilities and payments on account and to advise the client how and when these become payable.
> Check computations of liabilities produced by HM Revenue & Customs.
> Raise queries directly with HM Revenue & Customs and resolve these, and to answer any enquiries from HMRC as required.
> Liaise with FGIFS, the audit and business services and payroll departments to resolve any queries regarding client Tax Returns.
> Prepare P11D forms.
> Prepare budgets in respect of time costs for each Tax Return and agree with the appropriate manager.
> Prepare bills for allocated clients, agreeing the level of fee with the tax manager/partner.
> Justify any discrepancies from budgeted time to own manager, and to make recommendations re adjustment of fees.
> Keep database up to date on all allocated clients.
> As part of the tax team to achieve turnaround and other deadlines.
Skills and experience you will have:
> Thrive in a collaborative and progressive environment.
> Love getting to know people and be a fantastic communicator.
> Be enthusiastic and willing to learn
> Be proactive and personable approach to work
> Possess great time management
> Be conscientious with a sharp eye for detail
> Be a team player
Looking after our team is our top priority, so what’s on offer for you?
> Personal development plans
> Holidays starting from 33 days, including bank holidays.
> Health & Wellbeing support packages
> Christmas & New Year office closure
> Charity events
> Social events
> Sports teams
> Pension scheme
> Hybrid working
> Flexitime from 7:30am to 5:30pm
> Company sick pay & Life insurance
> Paid overtime or time off in lieu
If this Tax Trainee position is of interest and you’re looking for an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and innovative firm, apply now!