Business Tax CFAB Apprenticeship

Working in our rapidly growing Business Tax team, your initial focus would be on understanding how a company’s corporation tax return works, how it links to the company’s accounts and some of the key components that make it up, along with tax technical rules around it. You would build this knowledge up in your early career until I your second and third years, you would expect to get more involved in advisory projects, working with managers.

You would learn how it interacts with third parties, such as our clients and HMRC, and work alongside experienced seniors, managers, directors and partners.

As an example, by the end of your first year, we aim for you to be able to:

Perform first reviews of basic corporation tax computations and returns. Be aware and able to discuss principles around R&D relief, capital allowances. Assist Managers on advisory projects on an ad-hoc basis and when they arise for clients you are assigned to. Attend meetings alongside a manager and become a point of contact for some of the clients you work with. Be comfortable dealing with HMRC over the phone.

Training:
Professional Accounting Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship Standard You will complete the ICAEW Certificate in Finance, Accounting & Business (CFAB), and then be able to progress to the ACA CTA Joint Programme under a Level 7 Apprenticeship Training will be a mix of classroom based courses and self-study Classroom sessions will be block release and generally take place be at our training provider's premises in central Reading

Training Outcome:
After achieving the CFAB qualifcation you can go on to study the ACA CTA Joint Programme to achieve two chartered qualifications within a total of five years. Plus progression to Assistant Manager, then Manager and potentially follow a route all the way to becoming a partner in the firm

Employer Description:
James Cowper Kreston is a leading firm of accountants and business advisers, with offices in Newbury, Reading, Oxford, Southampton and London. We are passionate about enabling our clients and staff to maximise their potential, meaning that we approach everyone as an individual, not with a pre-set script. For over 100 years we have been working with clients, not just as accountants ensuring audit, accounts and tax compliance, but as an integral part of their team offering a full range of advisory services, working with them to unlock and maximise available opportunities. With over 200 staff we have a strong team ethic but always recognise the individual contributions to the team’s performance. That’s why we make a great investment in individual career development and help you maximise your potential. As a result, you can be assured that you will receive all the support and encouragement you need from us to kick-start an exciting career in taxation. So why not start your career with James Cowper Kreston?

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Resilience