Graduate Accountant Training Scheme Optical Express

Job Title:
Graduate Accountant

Location:
Westfield, Cumbernauld

Hours:
Full Time, Monday to Friday 9am – 5.30pm

We invite applications to join our 3 year Graduate Accountant Training Programme for intakes in August 2026. The programme gives successful applicants a rounded experience and exposure to the many different finance functions within our Head Office based in Cumbernauld. The programme also consists of formal ACCA professional accountancy training courses. Optical Express will provide full study support in partnership with BPP to allow you to gain the ACCA professional accountancy qualification over the 3 year term.

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and annual statutory accounts
• On the job training
• Calculating accruals and prepayments
• Preparing balance sheet schedules
• Expense analysis
• Variance analysis
• Various ad hoc projects

• Recently graduated with an Honours degree in either Accountancy or another Honours degree subject and have a desire to gain a professional qualification in a dynamic, entrepreneurial business.
• You have an inquisitive mind, are keen to learn and purpose driven.

You will be surrounded by our high quality finance team including other graduates on the same career path as you, as well as qualified accountants to support, encourage and bring out the best in you.

• A competitive salary
• Part of a team of like-minded people
• Develop your technical skills and ability to shape your career progression
• Modern working environment with superb technology support
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Free Laser Eye Surgery and Intraocular Lens Surgery
• Discounted prescription eye wear and sunglasses
• Pension scheme
• Onsite parking

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global organisation where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop within a professional working environment