Graduate Tax Trainee

Kickstart your career by helping businesses understand, calculate and report their Tax responsibilities accurately. As a Graduate Tax Trainee, you'll learn how Tax connects to financial performance, regulation and business decisions, while working with a diverse range of clients, studying towards a fully funded professional qualification and building the confidence to make a real impact from day one. About our Team Join our Corporate Tax Reporting team, supporting a diverse range of businesses from ambitious owner-managed companies to large multinational organisations. You'll help clients navigate complex tax requirements, changing legislation and an evolving business environment while developing valuable technical and commercial skills., We know everyone's circumstances are different. If exceptional circumstances have affected your academic results, we'll consider the context you provide as part of your application. What you'll work on

• You'll work on Tax Reporting, helping businesses understand, calculate and report their tax obligations accurately, meet tax requirements and clearly report tax in their financial statements.
• Prepare corporation tax computations, tax returns and supporting schedules using client financial information.
• Analyse accounts, financial statements and tax data to understand how a client's business operates and identify key tax reporting requirements.
• Use tax software, spreadsheets and digital tools to organise data, check accuracy, spot issues and support efficient reporting processes.
• Research changes in UK tax legislation and help summarise what they mean for clients in a clear, practical and commercially focused way.
• Support client communications by gathering information, responding to queries and contributing to reports, emails and meeting preparation.
• Work with specialists across tax, audit and advisory teams to understand wider client issues and contribute to joined-up solutions.
• Take on increasing responsibility as you progress, moving from supporting compliance work to managing tasks, building client relationships and contributing to advisory projects.
Your development and benefits You do not need to be a tax expert before you join. We'll help you build your knowledge through professional study, practical client work and day-to-day support from your team. Develop technical knowledge through funded ACA/CTA study, structured training and study leave. Build digital confidence by learning how tax technology, data and automation support modern client work. Learn in a supportive team, with access to a buddy, mentor and colleagues who will help you settle in. Put your learning into practice through real client work and see how your contribution supports clear and valuable outcomes. You will benefit from balanced study and client work with structured support, regular check-ins and practical guidance. If you're curious, analytical and ready to keep learning, Tax Reporting gives you the chance to build specialist skills, work with real clients and grow your confidence in a career shaped by data, technology and change. At Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people's unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity create better outcomes for our clients. We seek to attract, develop, and retain the best talent, inclusive of sex, ethnicity, disability, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, and faith. We select candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience and aim to support all our team members to reach their potential. At Forvis Mazars, we promote an environment in which you can grow your skills, belong to a team that values your ideas, and make an impact that matters.

Hear from our trainee, Harvey: 'My journey as a school leaver apprentice has been eye-opening and an experience at Forvis Mazars that has enabled me to learn and grow confidently and gain invaluable knowledge within Corporate Tax. The combination of on the job learning, as well as studying for both an accounting and tax qualification, has led to my development increasing faster than I could of ever imagined when I first joined.' #LI-DNP' Does this sound like you?
• Enjoy working with numbers, analysing data, spotting patterns and solving problems with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Are curious about how businesses operate and how tax influences financial performance, reporting and decision-making.
• Can communicate clearly, build strong relationships and explain complex information in a practical, easy-to-understand way.
• Are interested in how technology is changing tax, including data analytics, automation, digital reporting and AI-powered tools.
• Are adaptable, motivated to learn and ready to study towards a professional qualification alongside your day-to-day role.
To apply for our Graduate Programme, you'll need
• GCSE Maths and English Language at Grade 4/C (or equivalent qualifications).
• Achieved a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points from your top three A Levels, BTECs, Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers, or other recognised Level 3 qualifications.
• Achieved or predicted a 2:1 degree classification (or equivalent).
  
  Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future.