About
Employer description
PEM is an independent member of Kreston Global, a global network of 150 independent accounting firms across more than 100 countries. This provides a resource of over 27,500+ dedicated professionals wherever in the world you happen to do business. This global capability enables us to offer our clients an informed global resource for accounting, auditing, taxation and advisory services.
Main description
Whether you’re finishing school or graduating from university, PEM offers the perfect launchpad for your career in tax. You’ll gain hands-on experience with real clients while we fully support your studies through the ATT and CTA qualifications – covering your training, exams, and professional development every step of the way. You’ll learn from experienced mentors, work with a diverse range of businesses, and grow in a collaborative environment that celebrates your progress. If you’re ambitious, curious, and ready to build a future in tax, PEM is where your story begins.
This role is perfect if you’re curious, detail-focused and ready to make an impact from day one
What will you be doing day to day?
As a Trainee Tax Adviser in Business Tax, you’ll assist with tax return preparation, basic tax computations and support tax planning assignments.
You’ll work on both client-focused projects and office-based tasks, gaining exposure to our diverse and exciting client base across various industry sectors.
Entry requirements
- A minimum of 112 UCAS points from all your ‘A’ Levels in relevant subjects and/or a minimum 2:2 degree ideally in a relevant analytical subject such as mathematics, business, economics or sciences
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Professional approach with a good eye for detail
- Ability to work flexibly and supportively within a busy team
- Commitment to maintaining high professional standards
Benefits
You will join our dedicated tax training programme to become a Chartered Tax Adviser. Our early careers programme includes:
- Comprehensive support to develop your skills and knowledge
- Market leading salary
- Fully-funded study package
- Bonuses for successfully passing exams first time
- 25 days annual leave
- Birthday leave
- Enhanced contributory pension scheme
- Free onsite parking
- Supported railcard
- Social events and team-building activities to foster a fun and engaging workplace
- GymFlex, Perkbox, flu jabs, cycle to work and other flexible benefit options
- Access to modern technology and tools that enhance your work experience
- A friendly, supportive, and flexible work environment
How to apply
Apply now and enjoy the benefits of working in Cambridge in a professional and friendly environment. Please follow these steps:
- Send your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications to recruitment@pem.co.uk.
- A member of our talent team will review your application and assess your suitability for the role.
- If selected, you will be invited for an initial call with our talent team where you can discuss your skills and experiences in more detail and crucially why you would like to join PEM’s early years programme.
- If successful, you will be asked to complete a number of short skills tests to evaluate your numerical, written reasoning and attention to detail skills.
- Candidates will have a final interview with team managers to discuss the role and your potential fit within the team.
- If selected, you will receive a formal offer, and we will guide you through the onboarding process to get you started on your exciting journey with PEM.
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 30/05/2026
Salary
TBC
Location
This job is located in Cambridge, Cambs
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About West Suffolk College
West Suffolk College is an ambitious vocational and academic College, with a stunning main campus set in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. We are committed to providing outstanding education to all our students.
