Job Description

Start your professional tax career with Kilsby Williams!

Are you a college/sixth form school leaver or a recent/soon-to-be university graduate eager to build a career in tax? Join Kilsby Williams - one of south Wales' leading independent accountancy and tax practices and take your first step towards becoming a qualified Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA).


Our trainee programme offers a unique opportunity to earn a competitive salary, gain hands-on experience, and work towards one of the most prestigious qualifications in the tax profession.

Why choose Kilsby Williams?

Professional Training & CTA Qualification: Our structured programme supports you through the full Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) pathway, with paid study leave and expert tuition. Earn While You Learn: You'll receive a competitive salary while developing your technical and professional skills on the job. Exposure to a Range of Clients: Gain experience across a variety of sectors and client types, from individuals to large businesses, giving you broad technical grounding. Supportive Mentoring: Work alongside experienced tax professionals committed to helping you succeed. Real Career Progression: We offer clear opportunities to progress within the firm, including promotion upon qualification.

What will you be doing?

As a trainee in our Tax team, you'll be involved in: Preparing tax returns for individuals, companies, and partnerships Supporting tax compliance and filing deadlines Assisting with tax planning and advisory work as your knowledge grows Interpreting tax legislation and applying it in practical client scenarios Building your understanding of personal, corporate and indirect taxes

Who we're looking for

Whether you're a college/sixth form school leaver or graduate, we want individuals who are: Ambitious and ready to build a long-term career in tax Detail-oriented and analytical, with strong written and verbal communication skills Organised and able to manage multiple tasks under deadlines Team players who take ownership of their own development Committed to professional exams and full-time work

Entry requirements

We welcome applications from college/sixth form school leavers with strong academic records, as well as graduates from any discipline. A background in finance, business, law, or economics is helpful but not essential.


Most importantly, we're looking for individuals with:

A strong academic record A genuine interest in tax and advisory work A commitment to learning and professional development


Start your journey toward becoming a Chartered Tax Adviser.


Apply now to join the Kilsby Williams trainee programme and launch your career in tax.

Apply

Ready to take the first step towards your future? Submit your application to careers@kilsbywilliams.com


Note: Roles are based at our offices in Newport, South Wales.