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Accounting & Finance Placement Programme - No Experience Required Our training will help you kick-start a new career in Accounting & Finance. We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Accounting Traineeship graduates to support their continued growth. The best part is, you will not need any previous experience as full training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee upon completion of the training programme. Whether you are working full time, part time or currently unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. The traineeship is broken down into 3 simple steps and can be completed in as little as 3-6 months. Step 1 – Online Training The first step is completing the AAT level 2 & 3 courses. You will study core bookkeeping and accounting principles through multimedia-rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes via an online portal that can be accessed from home. The course includes training towards recognised AAT qualifications, helping you build the knowledge employers are actively looking for within the accounting industry. Step 2 – Practical Training Now that you have learned the theory, it’s time to put your new skills into practice. You will complete practical bookkeeping and accounting exercises designed around real-world business scenarios. Step 3 – Official Exams At the final stage, we will prepare you to sit your official AAT exams. Exams can be taken online or at one of the approved exam centres across the UK. Guaranteed Job Placement Once you have completed the Accounting Traineeship, our recruitment support team will help place you into an entry-level accounting role within your local area. You could work in positions such as: Accounts Assistant Finance Administrator Bookkeeper Payroll Assistant * Purchase Ledger Clerk Through our employer network across the UK, we guarantee you will be offered a role upon completion of the programme or we will refund 100% of your course fees. At a one-off cost of £1,499, or 13 interest-free monthly instalments of £130, this represents a fantastic opportunity to start a rewarding new career in Accounting & Finance with real long-term progression opportunities. Read through the information? Passionate about starting a new career? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. Please note that this is a training course and fees apply

Your new company: You will be joining a well-established and highly respected organisation based in Swansea, operating within the property and professional services sector. With a strong reputation in its market and a long-standing client base, the business continues to grow and is looking to strengthen its finance team with the appointment of an Accounts Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong hands-on accounts experience, ideally AAT Level 4 qualified or studying, who is looking for a varied role offering exposure to both finance and client-facing responsibilities. The position sits within the residential property management division and provides the chance to work closely with senior stakeholders while developing a broad range of accounting skills. Your new role: Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial management of a diverse property portfolio. This is a varied position combining transactional and management accounting responsibilities with regular interaction with clients and key stakeholders.The role offers excellent exposure to budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and client liaison, making it ideal for someone looking to continue progressing their finance career within a professional and supportive environment. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing monthly expenditure reports Producing budgets and forecasts for client portfolios Supporting year-end accounts preparation Managing service charge invoicing Preparing and issuing client statements Monitoring arrears and supporting credit control activities Processing purchase ledger transactions and supplier payments Completing bank and control account reconciliations Posting journals and supporting month-end accounting processes Attending client meetings and presenting financial information when required Responding to client finance queries and building strong stakeholder relationships Supporting the wider team with administrative duties as required What you'll need to succeed: Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or similar accounting role Strong understanding of reconciliations, journals and supplier payments Good working knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping Strong Microsoft Excel and general IT skills Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Confident communication skills and ability to interact professionally with clients and stakeholders Proactive and adaptable approach with a willingness to support wider business activitiesDesirable: AAT Level 4 qualified, studying, or equivalent experience Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline Experience supporting budgeting and forecasting activities Previous exposure to management accounts or year-end accounts preparation Experience within property, professional services or client accounting environments Experience using property management or integrated finance systems What you'll get in return: Salary of circa £30,000 per annum Permanent opportunity based in Swansea Standard working hours of 8:30am to 5:00pm Exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities Client-facing experience and stakeholder interaction Supportive and collaborative working environment Ongoing training and development opportunities Long-term career progression within a growing organisation What you need to do now: If you're interested in this role, click "Apply Now" to submit your CV, or contact William Loring at Hays Accountancy & Finance for a confidential discussion. If this role isn't quite right for you, but you're considering a move, please feel free to get in touch to discuss other opportunities across South Wales. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)