Accounts Trainee
4 days ago
Cambridge
Role Title: Accounts Trainee / Accounts Apprentice Location: Cambridge Reference Code: HD1105 Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Competitive + Study Support Looking to start your career in accountancy? This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual to develop their skills as an Accounts Trainee / Apprentice and gain hands-on experience in a supportive and professional environment. Working alongside experienced accounting and audit professionals, youll play an important role in delivering accurate services to a diverse portfolio of clients. Benefits include: Company calculator (just kidding - bring your own!) Competitive salary with study support for AAT / ACCA / ACA 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), rising with service Paid exam leave and financial rewards for exam success Structured training programme with ongoing mentorship Workplace pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support Discounts through a Reward Gateway scheme Friendly, collaborative, and inclusive team environment Clear progression opportunities as your career develops About the Client Our client is a respected accountancy practice with a strong reputation for developing early-career professionals. They work with a wide range of clients, from innovative start-ups to established businesses , offering a great breadth of exposure. Youll be joining a supportive team where training and development are prioritised, and your growth is actively encouraged. Responsibilities As an Accounts Trainee / Apprentice, your role will include: Assisting in the preparation of client financial statements Inputting client data into accounting systems (manual and digital) Preparing working papers, fixed asset registers, and reconciliations Supporting VAT, debtors, creditors, pre-payments, and accruals reporting Performing bank reconciliations and posting transactions Providing support to the Audit Team , including systems testing, stock takes, and audit sampling Assisting with tax work , including draft Personal and Corporation Tax Returns Filing self-assessment tax returns, VAT returns, and Company Annual Returns online About You The successful candidate will bring: A genuine interest in a career in accountancy with a strong willingness to learn Excellent numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail Clear and confident communication skills A proactive, well-organised approach with the ability to manage deadlines IT proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Excel and Word Good GCSE results (grade 6 or above in English and Maths) and strong A-levels / BTEC in relevant subjects (circa 120 UCAS points) If youre ready to launch your career in accountancy with a firm that will support your training, development, and long-term success, wed love to hear from you apply today! TPBN1_UKTJ