Our Tax team is looking for talented Graduate to join our 3-year Apprenticeship Training programme which we're running in Horsham.
You will study for a professional qualification:
Tax - ATT and CTA
This program presents a remarkable opportunity to acquire invaluable hands-on experience within a professional practice environment, immersing yourself in the day-to-day operations of a leading accountancy firm serving a diverse clientele.
Your professional training will be conducted in collaboration with a prominent training provider, involving block release periods for attending courses with exams spread over the three-year duration. It's essential to be ready to dedicate personal study time to ensure optimal comprehension of the material and success in the exams.
In addition to your formal studies, you'll learn through practical experience, applying your newly acquired skills by working alongside colleagues and engaging with clients right from the inception of your career with us.
Throughout your training, we provide continuous support through regular reviews and feedback, coupled with professional and financial assistance, ensuring a fulfilling and challenging career path that enables you to realise your full potential.
We take pride in cultivating talent, and our apprenticeship program serves as an excellent initial step for aspiring professionals. Many of our partners at Kreston Reeves began their journey through our apprenticeship program, progressing within the organisation. We value and actively promote these success stories, fostering a culture that encourages and supports professional development within our firm.
Our Training Programme:
As an apprentice, your initial focus will be on understanding the inner workings of our organisation and your team, immersing yourself in the dynamics of one of the foremost accountancy practices. Along this journey, you'll acquire new skills. As you advance through the program and make progress in your chosen qualification, opportunities will arise for you to participate in exciting projects and broaden your experience through engagement with our diverse client base.
Depending on the department you join, you'll have the chance to collaborate with clients spanning various sectors such as education, charities/not-for-profit, manufacturing, technology, and more. This exposure will open doors to further enhance your skills. Immerse yourself in a realm of varied opportunities that will act as the driving force behind your professional advancement!
What we're looking for:
We're looking for graduates who meet the following criteria:
- 2:1 degree minimum (obtained or predicted)
- Good A levels, or equivalent (A*- C)
- GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) grade 4- 9 (grade C and above)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Confident and passionate
- Excellent work ethic, driven and highly motivated
- Effective time and task management skills
If you don't meet all of these requirements but believe you have the skills and enthusiasm to succeed, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and a willingness to learn as much as formal qualifications.
What we can offer:
By joining us you can expect:
- To drive your career forward - your development is in your hands, and we'll guide you all along the way
- Opportunities to develop a varied portfolio of work with different clients
- Strong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadership
- A genuinely supportive and collaborative environment
- A culture of learning in a stimulating environment
- Financial wellbeing - competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, life assurance, Westfield Health Cash Plan, income protection. Options to increase pension, life assurance and healthcare cash plan (for yourself and/or family)
- Leave - 25.5 days plus bank holidays, holiday buying (up to 5 days)
- Mental wellbeing - hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 from home) and flexible working policies, employee assistance programme and counselling
- Physical wellbeing - we also offer voluntary benefits such as BUPA PMI/Westfield Hospital Treatment insurance, critical illness insurance, BMI health assessment, GymFlex, annual flu jab
- Recognition - monthly nominations for financial awards based on culture and values
- Development - we offer continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business, as well as access to internal and external training courses
- Diversity, inclusion and belonging - fostering an inclusive work environment with supportive policies, including reasonable adjustments.
- ESG - give as you earn, 1 extra day off each year to take up volunteering opportunities. Opportunities to support our commitment to charitable causes
- Travel - other optional benefits include: cycle to work scheme, travel insurance, interest-free season ticket loan (London only), interest-free car/motorbike loan