Summary We are looking for an ambitious and highly organised individual to join our skilled and developing team as an Assistant Accountant. This is a unique opportunity to forge an accounting career in a unique environment with career progression whilst receiving first class training. A Levels desirable and applicants within a 20 mile radius preferable. Wage £24,785 a year Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Professional taxation technician (level 4) Hours Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5:30pm 37 hours 30 minutes a week Start date Monday 4 May 2026 Duration 2 years Positions available 1 Work Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience. What you'll do at work Providing support for the team of Accountants and Tax specialists whilst managing client requirements Supporting annual accounts, personal tax and corporation tax preparation Assisting with the preparation of P11d returns Preparing and reviewing tax computations Other related documentation for SME's and individuals Where you'll work First Floor 129 High Street Guildford GU1 3AA Training Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills. Training provider BPP PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION LIMITED Training course Professional taxation technician (level 4) Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab) What you'll learn Course contents Collate, analyse, and use financial information to support evidence-based, sustainable tax decisions for stakeholders, such as individuals and businesses. Undertake taxation activities within the scope and limits of their role and tax specialism, such as the preparation of tax information for individuals, sole traders, partnerships or limited companies, escalating issues to more senior colleagues where appropriate. Apply relevant principles and legislation when undertaking taxation activities to ensure records are compliant. Apply professional scepticism when undertaking taxation activities, being alert to conditions which may indicate possible misstatement of information due to error or fraud, establishing the facts sensitively and being aware of unconscious bias, and using those facts to inform and evaluate decision making in the context of providing accurate information to HMRC. Interpret information for tax purposes, such as using judgement to determine the correct way to report transactions or items of income or expenditure. Participate in or support others with quality improvement activities, for example the improvement of personal working practices. Use software packages to assist with taxation tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data. Deliver taxation tasks with a critical eye to trends, demonstrating a ‘right first-time approach’. Use workload management principles to plan, organise, and prioritise own tasks and manage time effectively, such as systems for managing key tax filing dates, penalty dates, and enquiry deadlines. Use taxation information to add value to stakeholders through use of data visualisations, analysis, and interpretation, and communicate tax information in a way that non-tax specialist stakeholders can understand. Undertake file management activities, such as preparing and collating information, making accurate file notes and managing version control. Build and maintain collaborative, professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders to deliver taxation tasks, recognising the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion. Communicate taxation information through different media to facilitate stakeholder understanding, considering the risks and benefits to the organisation of social media and other digital applications. Collate, analyse, and use financial information to support evidence-based, sustainable tax decisions for stakeholders, such as individuals and businesses. Undertake taxation activities within the scope and limits of their role and tax specialism, such as the preparation of tax information for individuals, sole traders, partnerships or limited companies, escalating issues to more senior colleagues where appropriate. Apply relevant principles and legislation when undertaking taxation activities to ensure records are compliant. Apply professional scepticism when undertaking taxation activities, being alert to conditions which may indicate possible misstatement of information due to error or fraud, establishing the facts sensitively and being aware of unconscious bias, and using those facts to inform and evaluate decision making in the context of providing accurate information to HMRC. Interpret information for tax purposes, such as using judgement to determine the correct way to report transactions or items of income or expenditure. Participate in or support others with quality improvement activities, for example the improvement of personal working practices. Use software packages to assist with taxation tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data. Deliver taxation tasks with a critical eye to trends, demonstrating a ‘right first-time approach’. Use workload management principles to plan, organise, and prioritise own tasks and manage time effectively, such as systems for managing key tax filing dates, penalty dates, and enquiry deadlines. Use taxation information to add value to stakeholders through use of data visualisations, analysis, and interpretation, and communicate tax information in a way that non-tax specialist stakeholders can understand. Undertake file management activities, such as preparing and collating information, making accurate file notes and managing version control. Build and maintain collaborative, professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders to deliver taxation tasks, recognising the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion. Communicate taxation information through different media to facilitate stakeholder understanding, considering the risks and benefits to the organisation of social media and other digital applications. Training schedule Our office is in Guildford This is a full-time position and generally it will be 1-day per week for studying depending on the training schedule More training information ATT Level 4 Qualification, which includes: 2 core tax exams (Personal & Business Taxation) 3 computer-based exams (Law, Professional Responsibilities & Ethics, Principles of Accounting) 1 additional tax exam (from Business Compliance, Corporate Taxation, Inheritance Tax, Trusts & Estates, Value Added Tax) 2 years of relevant practical work experience An End Point Assessment (EPA) to prove competence Requirements Desirable qualifications GCSE in: Maths (grade Level 2) Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know. Skills Communication skills IT skills Attention to detail Organisation skills Customer care skills Problem solving skills Administrative skills Number skills Analytical skills Logical Team working Initiative Other requirements Skills we are looking for: A Levels desirable. A good working knowledge of Excel. An ability to communicate clearly, confidently and professionally with staff, and customers. Able to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, an ability to be proactive and prioritise workload. Passionate about delivering on promises and fulfilling potential. Start date is flexible depending on applicant - asap preferable but not essential for the right candidate. About this employer Altitude is a fresh, young accounting and business advisory company whose passion is elevating SMEs and like-minded business owners enabling them to think tall and achieve their ambitions. Our goal is to go beyond your accounting, bookkeeping and tax requirements, by elevating your business through practical business planning and strategic positioning. http://www.increasealtitude.com (opens in new tab) After this apprenticeship Further training and qualifications in tax and accounting Ask a question The contact for this apprenticeship is: ALTITUDE ACCOUNTING part of Galloways Anna Twaits anna@increasealtitude.com The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000019752.