Tax Assistant Apprentice

Weekly Hours Worked: Monday - Thursday 8:30 - 17:15, Fri 8:30 - 16:30, 38 hour week (incl 1 study day) About Company BV Accountants Group Limited is a firm of accountants based in Stockport, Greater Manchester. We are a specialist accountancy firm that works with owner managed businesses and entrepreneurs on how to operate profitably and tax efficiently. We have a long history offering expert advice, with a wide range of experience that will match your ambitions for any business. We promote a culture of inclusivity and progression, and acknowledge and reward our teams for their hard work and achievements. As a company, we are committed to acting responsibly and respectfully towards our people, the community and environment. Our investment in staff training and development is second to none; we are proud of our skilled accountants and award-winning training programme. We have received Platinum Accreditation from the ACCA in recognition of the support we give our trainees. We train several apprentices per year and we are a Centrica Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer. Location Based at the Stockport town centre office with a possibility of travel to clients with senior staff. Reporting relationships To report to directors, line manager and training manager. Close relationships with other members of the tax team and wider business teams. Job purpose To aid in the smooth running of the business as a whole via the production of meaningful reports and analysis of client activities for use in preparing personal and corporate tax returns. Provide support to the tax team as needed. Job dimensions A basic understanding of Microsoft Office is essential. Knowledge of desktop and cloud accounting programs is an advantage although training will be given. Main responsibilities Analysis of client data to aid in the production of meaningful reports such as P11Ds, personal and corporate tax returns; File tax returns and other relevant documents with the relevant government authorities in a timely manner; Organise workload to ensure most efficient use of time; Communicate with clients using phone and email to satisfy any queries identified during the course of the work being completed; Working relationships There will be close working relationships with other members of the tax team, and the apprentice shall build a working relationship with the clients on an ongoing basis. Most challenging part of the job Working across a large diverse portfolio to ensure all deadlines are met. Time management to ensure all deadlines are met in a timely manner, as well as continuing to progress knowledge through the studies being done. Additional background information The business will support the successful apprentice to obtain ATT accredited qualifications through study support with BPP via online/remote learning. 20% of work time will be allocated to the completion of the qualification. Benefits The office is closed over the Christmas period for all staff, and extra holidays are given to accommodate this. Annual staff summer event, normally to the horse races, and a Christmas party. Both of which are all paid for by the directors, as well as other social events through the year. Can opt into company workplace pension Can opt into company Medicash polcy after 1 year of service Monthly payday lunches paid by the company 2 work socials a year (Summer and Christmas) Pay and display car parks nearby or various residential roads to use for free parking nearby. Company accessible via public transport? Yes bus and train Health and safety All employees must observe and comply with BV/DLWB’s policies and procedures for health and safety. Equal opportunities statement All employees must observe and continually promote equal opportunities and client care in compliances with BV/DLWB’s aims and objectives. This is a description of the role as it is presently constructed. This will be reviewed periodically and updated to ensure that the job description fully reflects the duties of the role.