Trainee Junior Accountant

About Polaris

Polaris is a fast-growing accountancy practice based in Loudwater.

Polaris is a fast-growing accountancy practice based in Loudwater.

We work with a wide range of UK and international clients across multiple industries. The firm is built around modern systems, high standards, and a hands‑on approach from directors.

We are a small team with high growth ambitions. This role offers direct exposure to real client work from day one, not just basic processing work.

This is a hands‑on role in a fast‑paced environment with high responsibility from an early stage.

You will be involved in core accounting work and expected to take ownership as you develop.

• Statutory accounts preparation
• Corporation tax
• VAT returns, including cross‑border VAT
• Bookkeeping using Xero and VT
• Management accounts
• Payroll using Payroll Manager
• Client‑facing work and communication

You will also gain exposure to international clients and cross‑border VAT advisory.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an accountancy practice
• AAT Level 3 or higher, or studying ACCA or ACA
• Able to commute daily to Loudwater (HP10)
• Strong attention to detail and organisation
• Clear communication skills

Applications that do not meet the above will not be considered.

• Exposure to international clients and cross‑border VAT advisory
• Fast‑paced environment with high responsibility early
• Direct mentorship from directors
• Clear progression in a growing firm
• Early exposure to statutory accounts, tax and client work
• Experience in cross‑border VAT and international clients
• Direct access to directors and hands‑on mentoring
• Fast progression in a growing firm
• Salary review based on performance
• Study leave around exams
• Modern systems and tools
• Office breakfast and team events
• Pension scheme and free parking

• We take ownership of our work and expect high standards
• We prioritise clients and respond quickly and clearly
• We learn continuously and improve our technical skills
• We work closely as a team and support each other
• We operate with integrity and transparency at all times

• Xero
• VT
• Payroll Manager

Polaris Accountants is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment for all team members.

Job Types: Full‑time, Permanent

Pay:
From £25,000.00 per year

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On‑site parking
• Sick pay

• High Wycombe HP10: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

• In 2–3 sentences, explain the difference between accruals and prepayments.
• Briefly describe the type of clients you have worked with and your involvement

• Accounting: 2 years (required)

• AAT Level 3 (or higher) (required)

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location:

In person