Saffery

About the Company

A partner-led and people-focused top 20 accountancy firm.

We are Saffery. Proud of our history, focused on your future.

Overview

At Saffery, we're more than just chartered accountants and tax and business advisers. We're a partner-led and people-focused firm, committed to our clients and honouring our heritage - it's the core of who we are.

Since 1855, we've built long-term relationships with our diverse, high-profile clients, across varied and specialised sectors. From interpreting tax complexities and identifying key financial structures to building tailored strategies for your goals, our teams are here for you.

We specialise in the following sectors:

* Corporate finance
* Entrepreneurs
* International

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Saffery

Job Title

Private Client Tax Trainee (ATT/CTA) - Inverness - September 2026

Job Description

**Job title** Private Client Tax Trainee (ATT/CTA) **Role Summary** Three‑year trainee programme in Private Client Tax. Train to achieve ATT/CTA qualification while supporting the Private Client Group on compliance, tax affairs, capital tax, succession planning, and business valuation for private businesses and owners. **Expectations** - Minimum 120 UCAS points from top 3 A‑Levels/Highers (excluding General Studies). - Minimum B (6) in GCSE/National 5 Maths and English. - AAT qualification welcomed; include details in application. - No prior relevant work experience required; over‑12‑month experience can be considered for part‑qualified roles. - Commitment to ATT/CTA exams, proactive learning, and continuous development. - Collaborative, enthusiastic, integrity‑driven, ownership mindset, and a positive attitude. **Key Responsibilities** - Assist in compliance for private business entities (accounts, audits, routine tax affairs). - Provide tax and advisory support to business owners on capital tax, succession planning, and valuation. - Work across the Private Client Group, liaising with other specialists. - Conduct research on clients’ economic contexts and ask insightful questions. - Attend structured training, mentorship sessions, and off‑site programmes. - Progress through the three‑year training contract to achieve ATT/CTA. **Required Skills** - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks. - Analytical thinking and attention to detail. - Curiosity and willingness to research broader economic factors. - Proactive, drive, focus, and positive attitude. - Team player, collaborative, and integrity‑focused. **Required Education & Certifications** - 120 UCAS points from top 3 A‑Levels/Highers (excluding General Studies). - Minimum B (6) GCSE/National 5 Maths and English. - AAT qualification (preferred). - Pursuit of ATT/CTA qualification during programme.

Inverness, United kingdom

Hybrid

Fresher

09-01-2026

Company Name

Saffery

Job Title

School Leaver Corporate Tax Trainee (ACA/CTA) - Peterborough - September 2026

Job Description

**Job Title:** School Leaver Corporate Tax Trainee (ACA/CTA) **Role Summary** Training program for early-career professionals to qualify as ACA/CTA (Chartered Accountant/Chartered Tax Adviser). Focus on corporate tax compliance, advisory projects, and technical expertise across diverse sectors. **Expectations** Structured 4.5-year training contract with cohort-based learning, mentorship, and progression to advisory roles. Support for exam preparation, technical training, and hands-on exposure to complex tax topics. **Key Responsibilities** - Support corporate tax compliance, including return preparation, computations, and administrative tasks. - Assist with tax accounting, client queries, and internal tax research. - Identify advisory opportunities and contribute to tax planning discussions. - Gain expertise in areas such as R&D tax relief, capital allowances, transfer pricing, and international tax. - Collaborate on advisory projects, including transaction support and due diligence. - Progress to advising on acquisitions/disposals and tax strategy post-qualification. **Required Skills** - Analytical thinking and attention to detail. - Strong communication and problem-solving capabilities. - Team collaboration and willingness to take ownership of tasks. - Curiosity about tax regulations and client business environments. **Required Education & Certifications** - Minimum 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels (or equivalent), excluding General Studies/AS. - GCSE Maths and English Language grade 6/B (or equivalent). - AAT Level 4 qualification preferred for exemptions; otherwise, eligibility for full ACA/CTA program. - No prior work experience required.

Peterborough, United kingdom

Hybrid

Fresher

04-02-2026

Company Name

Saffery

Job Title

School Leaver Audit Trainee (ACA) - Manchester - September 2026

Job Description

**Job Title:** School Leaver Audit Trainee (ACA) **Role Summary:** Trainee program for audit career starters with full ACA training support. 4–4.5 year training contract; no prior work experience required. Prior AAT Level 4 qualification may grant exemptions. Cohort-based training for exam success. **Expectations:** Open to school leavers and career changers. Apply by specified deadlines (Sept–Dec 2025, Feb 2026). Early applications encouraged due to high demand. **Key Responsibilities:** Conduct audit planning, client reviews, audit testing, and financial analysis. Support audit and accounts preparation for diverse clients. Visit client sites, build relationships, and progress to full audit cycle responsibilities. Engage in structured mentorship, training, and trainee programs. **Required Skills:** Collaborative teamwork, enthusiasm for audit, integrity, commitment, problem-solving, communication, time management. Proactive attitude and curiosity about client business contexts. **Required Education & Certifications:** 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels (excluding General Studies/AS). GCSE Math & English Language grade 6/B minimum. AAT Level 4 qualification preferred but not mandatory (exemptions available). Over 12 months prior audit training contract experience disqualifies (explore part-qualified roles).

Manchester, United kingdom

Hybrid

Fresher

04-02-2026

Company Name

Saffery

Job Title

Graduate Accounts Trainee (ACA) - Bournemouth - September 2026

Job Description

**Job Title:** Graduate Accounts Trainee (ACA) **Role Summary:** A three‑year training contract to study for and complete the ACA qualification. The role involves client‑facing accounting work in a fast‑paced environment, delivering compliance, advisory, and project tasks across a varied client base. **Expectations:** - Complete the ACA qualification within the programme period (exemptions for AAT Level 4 holders). - Attend structured training, mentorship and off‑site programmes. - Deliver all assigned tasks within agreed deadlines, maintaining high quality and client satisfaction. - Take ownership of projects, building and sustaining client relationships. - Demonstrate integrity, enthusiasm, collaborative spirit, and a proactive attitude. **Key Responsibilities:** - Prepare management accounts, including reconciliation of key balances and tailored presentations. - Assist clients with accounting systems, advising on software migration. - Execute payment runs via various online banking platforms. - Prepare VAT and Intrastat returns. - Draft year‑end financial statements. - Perform ad‑hoc tasks (cash flow, budgeting, third‑party information). - Maintain client relationships and project ownership. - Process work in Xero and other accounting software. **Required Skills:** - Strong analytical and quantitative abilities. - Proficiency with accounting software (Xero, similar). - Excellent written and verbal communication. - Client‑service orientation and relationship building. - Time‑management and organisational skills. - Attention to detail and accuracy. - Problem‑solving and independent decision‑making. - Teamwork and collaborative mindset. **Required Education & Certifications:** - 2:1 undergraduate degree (any discipline) or expected 2:1. - Minimum 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels (or equivalent). - GCSE Maths and English Language ≥ 6 or B. - AAT Level 4 qualification welcomed (provides exemptions). - No prior accounting work experience required.

Bournemouth, United kingdom

Hybrid

Junior

03-02-2026