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Tax - Corporate Tax Compliance School Leaver Apprentice - 1 September 2025 - Edinburgh

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Forvis Mazars in the UK

Oct 9

  • Job
    Full-time
    Starts on Aug 31
    Entry Level
  • Accounting & Tax
  • Edinburgh

AI generated summary

  • You should have A Levels/BTEC or equivalent, a strong curiosity to learn, critical thinking skills, a sense of responsibility, good time management, and a positive attitude under pressure.
  • You will assist in corporate tax compliance, prepare computations and returns, communicate with clients, write reports, manage relationships, and develop technical knowledge over four years.

Requirements

  • On track or have obtained A Level, BTEC or equivalent qualifications. Strong academic performance is important; however, we understand that things don't always go to plan. Our recruitment process looks at your whole self – academic achievements as well as other experiences in which you have grown and developed. You can read about our approach to academics in our FAQs.
  • Deep curiosity to learn new things and is naturally inquisitive;
  • The ability to think critically solve problems and share knowledge with others;
  • A commitment to self-development and learning;
  • Strong sense of ownership of duties and high levels of responsibility to deliver on promises;
  • Try their best in all they do and always looking for ways to improve;
  • Enjoys meeting and engaging with new people with an underlying respect for individuals, diversity, and integrity;
  • Works well under pressure and have a positive ‘can-do' attitude if faced with challenging situations;
  • Excellent time management skills;
  • A willingness to travel and adhere to our flexible working environment.

Responsibilities

  • The role of a Tax School Leaver Apprentice is to assist in the provision of corporate tax compliance and advisory services as part of a specialist team to a portfolio of clients. They are to assist in the preparation of company's corporation tax computations and returns and to ensure that they show a true representation of the company's tax position and provide bespoke advice to clients on their tax affairs. You will be provided an opportunity to work with colleagues in different tax disciplines during your time on our graduate programme, resulting in a broad understanding of the services we can offer our clients.
  • During your first three years you will:
  • Learn how to use Alphatax (the tax software) and processes in order to prepare a corporation tax computation and return and learn how to prepare tax numbers for financial statements.
  • Develop a thorough understanding of financial statements and the nature of the clients' business to complete corporation tax computation.
  • Be able to obtain relevant information from other departments and clients whilst building good communication with both.
  • Help write reports and produce other client deliverables to assist the client in explaining issues, risks and solutions in easily understandable language that they can act on.
  • Support the team with client relationships and requests.
  • By the end of your fourth year you will:
  • Have a structured client portfolio focusing on tax reporting to manage.
  • Work on a range of different tax reporting and advisory engagements across UK tax covering a range of technical areas
  • Develop a strong technical knowledge of the UK tax legislation.
  • Coach and lead more junior team members on advisory engagements.
  • Understand the way in which different corporate entities operate across a range of sectors.
  • Work directly with our clients and begin developing relationships with those clients to deliver on repeat engagements.
  • Begin to manage tax reporting engagements, including planning, budgeting and project managing different service lines.
  • Develop a strong understanding of our control and risk management procedures.
  • Have experience in supporting business development to bring new client wins to the team and to your portfolio.
  • You're joining us as a permanent employee, so the four years is only the beginning of your exceptional career journey.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Tax - Corporate Tax Compliance School Leaver Apprentice position?

Candidates should be on track to obtain or have already obtained A Levels, BTEC, or equivalent qualifications.

Is prior work experience necessary for this apprenticeship?

No prior work experience is required, but strong academic performance and a commitment to learning are preferred.

What professional qualification will be funded by Forvis Mazars for this role?

The firm will fully fund professional qualifications such as the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT), Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA), or Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA).

What kind of training and development will I receive during the apprenticeship?

You will receive a supportive culture that includes coaching, mentorship, and one-on-one guidance, in addition to time off for study and a blended training approach including in-person and virtual learning.

Will I have the opportunity to work with different departments during my apprenticeship?

Yes, during your time on the graduate programme, you will have the opportunity to work with colleagues in different tax disciplines.

What are the main responsibilities of a Tax School Leaver Apprentice?

You will assist in providing corporate tax compliance and advisory services, prepare corporation tax computations and returns, and help write reports for clients.

Is there a structured career progression in this role?

Yes, Forvis Mazars offers rapid and consistent career progression, allowing you to explore your true potential and pursue your interests.

What skills are needed to succeed in this apprenticeship?

Candidates should have a natural curiosity to learn, the ability to think critically and solve problems, strong time management skills, and a positive attitude towards challenges.

Will there be opportunities for client interaction during the apprenticeship?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to work directly with clients, develop relationships, and manage engagements.

Do I need to travel for this role?

A willingness to travel is required, as part of adhering to a flexible working environment.

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Forvis Mazars in the UK

We provide a comprehensive and flexible range of services to our clients, specialising in audit, accountancy, advisory, tax and legal services.

Accounting
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2024
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Forvis Mazars is a leading international professional services firm. We are a united partnership delivering exceptional quality in audit, accounting, tax, financial advisory, outsourcing and consulting. At Forvis Mazars, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to gain experience in a firm that truly cares about your aspirations. Forvis Mazars is an amazing place to learn and grow, we are known for giving ambitious people responsibility and exposure early in their career.

Culture & Values

  • Integrity

    Ethical and moral rigour guide how we work and assist our clients.

  • Responsibility

    We treat our clients’ challenges as our own and we care about how our work may affect our communities.

  • Independence

    We always think independently, and in our roles as auditors and advisors we always act independently.

  • Technical excellence

    Technical excellence is one of the founding principles applied at every level in our network. This constant search for the highest standards of quality leads to client satisfaction, improvement in business lines and staff development.

  • Diversity & respect

    Looking beyond borders and cultural differences, we make respect for the individual and sharing the cornerstone of all human relations. United in diversity, we see our capacity to listen and our open-mindedness as a true lever for innovation.

  • Continuity

    As new faces come and go, as one generation hands over to another, our relationships, experience and knowledge survive. We learn from the past, but look to the future.

Benefits

  • From 25 days and up to 29 days holiday (dependent on grade and length of service) with the option to buy up to 10 days holiday

  • An extra day off over Christmas, known as Forvis Mazars Day

  • Forvis Mazars pension plan

  • Cycle to work

  • Forvis Mazars way to give – payroll giving

  • Gym membership

  • Dental insurance

  • Health assessments

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