• Experience in personal or corporate tax or relevant studies in accounting or finance.

Professional Accounting Taxation Technician Apprenticeship Level 4 - ATT

A key role within any accountancy and finance function, individuals undertaking this apprenticeship will hone their ability to create, verify and review accurate and timely financial information. This apprenticeship can suit a variety of financial functions as there are a range of qualifications available to suit your organisation.

The ATT qualification gives you the knowledge and practical skills to work in tax compliance. After qualifying, you can progress onto CTA and become a chartered tax advisor.

The ATT syllabus follows a modular structure, which consists of two core certificate papers and four optional certificate papers, allowing you to specialise in your own area of interest or expertise. You must also complete three computer-based exams (Law, Professional Responsibilities & Ethics and Accounting).

Compulsory units include:

• Personal Taxation (PT)
• Business Taxation (BT)

Optional units include:

• Business Compliance (BC)
• Corporate Taxation (CT)
• Inheritance Tax, Trusts & Estates (IHTTE)
• Value Added Tax (VAT)

You will also be required to complete an End Point Assessment (EPA), which will include a role simulation exam and portfolio with reflective statement

Training will be provided by attending either face-to-face classroom based lessons or Live Online. An apprenticeship has to be relevant to the job you are undertaking and you must dedicate 20% of your time towards it.

• Strong commitment to building a career in tax and pursuing qualifications (e.g., ATT/CTA).
• Good communication,
• IT skills
• A “can-do” attitude
• A strong work ethic.

• For the right candidates there would be progression opportunities to further qualifications, and/or progression to Senior/Assistant Manager over time.