Trainee Client Support

Trainee Client Support Ipswich £30,000 - £37,000

A leading, regional accountancy practice is seeking a motivated and ambitious professional to join its growing team. This opportunity is ideal for someone with previous experience in an accountancy practice environment who is looking to build on their existing knowledge while progressing towards a professional qualification. The role offers a combination of hands‑on client work, structured training, and long‑term career development within a collaborative and supportive environment.

• Supporting the preparation and review of statutory financial statements in line with relevant accounting standards.
• Assisting with the production of management accounts, including analysis, commentary, and financial forecasting.
• Supporting personal and corporate tax compliance work, including preparation of tax returns and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships across a varied portfolio.
• Collaborating with colleagues to deliver high standards of client service and meet deadlines.
• Undertaking accounts preparation work and supporting wider client service delivery.

• Studying towards ACCA or ACA, or AAT qualified as a minimum.
• Previous experience within an accountancy or finance environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Personable with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Able to use initiative and adapt to technology‑driven ways of working.
• Competent using Microsoft Office, with experience of Xero or other cloud accounting software advantageous.

• Flexible working arrangements and a strong work‑life balance culture.
• Ongoing learning and professional development support.
• 36 days holiday including bank holidays and Christmas closure.
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days holiday.
• Life assurance up to 4x salary.
• Pension scheme contribution.
• Health cash plan from day one.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Employee health and wellbeing programme.
• Regular social and informal team events.

If you are looking to develop your career within a supportive and forward‑thinking accountancy practice, apply now.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.