Tax Trainee Cardiff (September 2026)
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Job Summary
Job Title: Tax Trainee
Location: Hybrid Working Cardiff CF10
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 35-hour week (Flexitime)
Salary Range: 23000 - 26000
Your Purpose
The Tax Trainee role is designed for individuals who are eager to learn and grow as a well-rounded Tax Advisor. Responsibilities include preparing basic tax returns understanding key tax deadlines supporting senior team members. The role requires a proactive approach strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to a team environment. Trainees must keep up with apprenticeship tasks exams and studies and proactively seek guidance when needed.
How Youre Making a Difference
In this role you will:
Take initiative and proactively engage with assigned tasks and projects
Preparing simple tax returns and gaining an understanding of the key tax filing deadlines and tax rates
Learn on the job and adapt effectively within a collaborative team environment
Maintain progress with apprenticeship requirements including exams and study commitments
Build strong relationships with fellow trainees across the firm
Demonstrate respect for and alignment with BKLs values and culture
Foster trust within the team to earn increasing responsibility over time
Seek regular feedback and respond constructively to support personal development
You Have:
Experience
Internship or entry-level experience in an accounting or finance environment preferred.
Skills
Basic Microsoft Office skills willingness to learn proactivity positive approach good communication and attention to detail. A strong work ethic and can execute tasks as instructed.
Qualifications
Education: For graduates 2:1 bachelors degree. For school leavers BBC across 3 A-levels or equivalent.
Certification: Working towards ATT ACA or ACCA qualification (or Joint ATT/CTA or ACA/CTA).
Key Deliverables:
Meet utilisation expectations for level in line with budget and recovery targets
Act ethically and maintain professionalism with clients and colleagues
Represent the firm professionally in meetings emails and onsite visits
Attending college days completing mock assessments and keeping on top of apprenticeship tasks
Dedicate 20% of working hours to CPD including college on-the-job and refresher training
We know you have a lot to offer which is why we want to give you the freedom to thrive no matter who you are or what your background is. You will have every opportunity to use your creativity in how you approach your work and the support to innovate.
Inclusion diversity and talent development are a fundamental aspect of who we are and we welcome applications from candidates who share and champion these values. You will play an integral part in helping to make BKL a great place to work with a sense of belonging for everyone.
High challenge high support
If you enjoy problem-solving and a fast-changing environment you will thrive in this role.
As in all BKL roles you will be able to take a flexible approach: balancing independent work with teamwork and remote working with time in the office with colleagues.
You can get an insight into life at BKL here.
Were proud to be one of the few Certified B Corporations in the accountancy joining us youll become part of a business thats committed to balancing profit and purpose.
Take your next step
If this sounds like the role for you wed be delighted to discuss the career you could build at BKL.
Part of how well get to know you and make sure wed work well together is aptitude and psychometric testing during our selection process.
Key Skills
- Tax Experience
- Accounting Software
- GAAP
- QuickBooks
- Accounting
- Sage
- Account Reconciliation
- Analysis Skills
- Research Experience
- SOX
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial Analysis
About Company
BKL is a Top 40 accountancy & advisory firm operating in North and Central London. We support entrepreneurs, high net worth individuals, and owner-managed businesses. Our expertise covers key sectors such as property and construction, financial services and not-for-profit. We offer a ... View more
