ITV Apprentice- Tax Assistant
Department- Tax
Office location- ITV MediaCityUK, Manchester
Working pattern - Hybrid
Duration: 24 months (This is a full time role from Monday to Friday - 37.5 hours per week)
Contract - Fixed Term Contract
Qualification: Level 4 Professional Accounting or Taxation (AAT route)
Hiring range: £21,325
Your work matters to millions.
Shaping culture is in the DNA of ITV. So, it’s not surprising that you’ll find us in every home in the UK, our productions are famous all over the world and we’re at the forefront of the digital streaming revolution.
When you join us, you enter a fun working environment. With opportunities to learn, to grow and make a real difference. Small enough that your impact’s felt in the business, but big enough that your impact reaches millions of people.
Come develop your skills, change TV and the course of your career. Don’t just watch it. Be part of it. Join ITV.
Your impact sends ripples.
The team
Benjamin Franklin once said "in this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes" and so if you have ever fancied learning about one of life's certainties then this apprentice role within the Tax Team at ITV is an ideal opportunity.
You will learn about a variety of taxes, including VAT, employment taxes, Corporate Tax and foreign entertainers withholding tax as well as gaining an insight into the IR35 legislation that is fundamental in the ITV business model. There will also be the opportunity to gain general accounting knowledge, including reconciliation processes, journal preparation and master data maintenance.
The experienced and diverse tax team is a relatively small function (in terms of staff numbers) but covers all UK taxes and all areas of the business, so you will gain an insight into the different business areas across ITV, from core productions, independent productions, advertising and reality TV. No two days are the same and this will be a stepping stone for a career in tax or accounting.
The role -
- Review new suppliers set up in Accounts Payable to ensure the VAT registration details are correct
- Sample review AP invoices for VAT treatment as part of the VAT return process
- Assist with VAT reconciliations in the accounting system
- Assist in preparing general ledger journals for posting in the accounting records
- Assist with the tax status (IR35) of ITV contractors, including our key front of camera individuals
- Help manage the tax status process e.g. ensure documentation is sent out on a timely basis and records finalised
- Review new suppliers set up in Accounts Payable to ensure the tax entity classification type is correct
Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria)
- An interest in tax / finance
- Keen to learn
- Attention to detail
- Interested in general accounting
- Team player
- Scoring at least 9/10 through the multiple choice application questions
- Descriptive and an originality portrayed within the set application questions
Other things we’re looking for (key criteria)
- A clear understanding & passion for the apprenticeship role you are applying for as well as ITV
- Have a willingness to learn new skills with the appropriate training
- Demonstrate a ‘can do’ attitude
- Good understanding of how to use technology in an office environment for example use of the Google suite, zoom
- You will be friendly and approachable, respectful to all of your ITV colleagues
- You’ll have the ability to maintain a positive attitude, even when under pressure and working to deadlines
Eligibility/Entry Criteria
As this is a Level 4 Apprenticeship, we require you to have/be predicted to achieve the below qualifications:
GCSE Grades (or equivalent) C/4 or above in English and Maths plus 2 other subjects
A Level (or equivalent Level 3 qualification) C or above in at least 1 subject and GCSE Grades (or equivalent) C/4 or above in English and Maths plus 2 other subjects.
There is no upper age limit to an Apprenticeship, we would encourage applications from anyone leaving school, all the way to looking for a career change. Please see below to check you meet the eligibility criteria:
Due to the nature of this apprenticeship, it would only suit applicants over 18 due to the content being managed throughout the programme.
- You have lived within the UK/EEA for a minimum of 3 years consecutively
- You meet the entry criteria for the apprenticeship as listed above
- You have not completed a degree/same level qualification in a similar subject to the role you are applying for
- You cannot have achieved the qualification already and you must not already be in full time education at the point of enrolment
Your application will be assessed clearly as outlined on the application form.
ITV is for everyone.
ITV strongly encourages applications for this role from disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, if you meet the minimum criteria for a role and you have declared that you are disabled, we’ll guarantee to take you to the next stage* (minimum criteria above).
We're happy to discuss any support/personalisation you may need during our application and selection process as part of our reasonable adjustments. Drop us a line if you require anything at Entrycareers@itv.com
- There may be a few exceptions where we are not able to take all eligible candidates to the next stage due to the volume of applications.
Because those who make an impact deserve to be rewarded for it.
ITV offers some great rewards and benefits for Apprentices including
- Flexible working with a range of options to suit everyone
- Generous holiday allowance, 28 days including bank holidays.
- Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life
- In the Bag - Save money whenever you shop online and in store at over 850 retailers
What’s next?
Applications can be made for this scheme online. However, if you require this information in an alternative format, please contact Entrycareers@itv.com. NB This address should only be used for this purpose and no general queries or personal information should be sent to this inbox.
If you are shortlisted to the second stage, you will be invited to attend an ITV Experience workshop. This will be held across June and July 2023 (subject to change) & will be a face to face Experience day.
*In order to manage the volume of interest, we can only accept your first application. If you apply for multiple roles, we can only accept your first one. Due to the volume of applications we expect to receive, we will be unable to provide feedback at initial application stage*
Closing date: Sunday 21st May 2023