Tax Associate ATT​/CTA; Apprenticeship - Thames Valley

Tax Associate ATT/CTA (Apprenticeship) - Thames Valley - September 2026

Join MHA as a Tax Associate and embark on a transformative apprenticeship that will launch your career in tax and finance. You’ll gain the recognised ICAEW qualification, valuable on‑the‑job experience, and a hands‑on client‑facing role—all without student debt.

MHA is ranked among the UK’s top 15 accountancy firms and is part of Baker Tilly International, the 8th largest global network. Our apprenticeship programme gives you an early edge in a career that can be fully qualified in under five years.

• A competitive apprenticeship salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working with flexible hours and home‑office options.
• Full study support for the ICAEW qualification via Kaplan or First Intuition.
• Hands‑on experience working on real client projects from day one.
• Career growth through access to the Baker Tilly global network, secondments and diverse client exposure.
• A supportive network of mentors and peers dedicated to your development.
• Freedom to shape your career path—many senior leaders started their journey with us.

Our firm has earned top accolades, including Best Advisory Services at the Business Resilience Awards, National Firm of the Year at the British Accountancy Awards, and a GOLD award for Investors in People.

As a Tax Associate you will collaborate with cross‑functional teams on real projects and grow your expertise through:

• Technical tax research.
• Producing accurate tax computations.
• Advising clients on their tax requirements.
• Negotiating with HM Revenue & Customs.
• Studying towards the Professional Qualification (ATT Level 5 and CTA Level
  7).

A structured balance of hands‑on work and professional training will support you to achieve your qualification.

Applicants should have achieved or be predicted to achieve at least 112 UCAS points from 3 A‑Levels (or equivalent) within the same exam year, excluding General Studies. A genuine passion for a career in tax, strong ambition, and a positive attitude are essential.

Be authentic and true to yourself. Technology is evolving, but your voice and personal experiences must guide your application. We value diverse perspectives and encourage you to showcase your unique ideas and personality.

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Entry level

Full‑time

Accounting / Auditing and Finance