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Tax Assistant Trainee

TPF Recruitment


Job Location:

Uckfield - UK

Monthly Salary: £ 25000 - 28000
Experience Required: 12years
Posted: 23 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 20 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

TPF Recruitment is supporting a well-established independent firm of Chartered Accountants near Uckfield. The firm is known for its friendly supportive culture and offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and career progression within a close-knit team.


Role Overview:
The firm is seeking a motivated Tax Trainee to join its growing tax team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has started an accounting qualification and has some practical experience ideally in tax to further develop their technical skills and build a career within a respected accountancy practice.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the preparation of personal tax computations and self-assessment returns.

  • Support senior staff with client queries and tax compliance work.

  • Maintain accurate client records and ensure deadlines are met.

  • Develop technical knowledge across personal and business tax.

  • Work closely with colleagues in a supportive and collaborative environment.



Requirements

Candidate Requirements:

  • Have started an accounting qualification (ACA ACCA or similar) tax-focused or otherwise.

  • Minimum of 12 months experience working in a practice environment ideally in tax.

  • Understanding of basic tax principles and compliance requirements.

  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.

  • Eagerness to learn and progress within the firm.



Benefits
Competitive salary of.
Supportive friendly work environment.
Opportunity to gain wide-ranging experience across personal and business tax.
Structured guidance and support throughout your training and qualification.
Career development within a well-established firm with strong progression opportunities.

Please contact Mark Sitton on or via LinkedIn for a confidential conversation.

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Required Skills:

Minimum of 12 months experience working in a practice environment ideally in of 12 months experience working in a practice environment ideally in tax.


Required Education:

Minimum of 12 months experience working in a practice environment ideally in tax.