Accounts and audit trainee

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual starting their career in accountancy to develop their skills and gain hands‑on experience in a supportive and professional environment. Working alongside experienced accounting and audit professionals, you will assist in delivering efficient and accurate accounting services to a varied portfolio of clients across different industries.

Assist in the preparation of client financial statements including:

• Detail client information onto in‑house accounting system using both manual and computerised data
• Prepare working papers to support financial statements
• Prepare fixed asset register
• Prepare summary of debtors, creditors pre‑payments and accruals
• Prepare VAT reconciliations
• Post accounts to the system
• Prepare bank reconciliations
• Post financial information onto the in‑house accounting software

• Undertaking systems testing
• Undertake balance sheet and profit and loss account audit test
• Assist with stock taking Assist with tax including
• Prepare VAT Returns
• Prepare draft Personal Tax returns
• Prepare draft Company Corporation Tax Returns
• File self‑assessment Tax returns, VAT returns and Company Annual returns on line

• A genuine interest in a career in accounting and a strong willingness to learn.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact confidently with clients and colleagues.
• A proactive and organised approach to work, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Good problem‑solving skills and a desire to understand the "why" behind the numbers.
• IT proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Some experience within an accountancy practice setting would be desirable.
• Good educational attainment, grade 5 upwards in English and Maths, and good A level results.

• A competitive salary and benefits package, including pension.
• A comprehensive training program, including support for professional qualifications (e.g., AAT, ACCA, ACA).
• A dedicated team supporting the administration of their professional qualification (this includes enrolment, study plans, membership to professional bodies and any other issues).
• Paid time off for study and exam leave.
• The opportunity to work with a diverse client base, ranging from small businesses to large corporations.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment that encourages growth and development.
• Excellent career progression and development.
• Reward gateway that has discounts on high street retailers.