Trainee Accountant

Job Title: Trainee Accountant
Location: Wimbledon
Package: £30,300 per annum, full apprentice study package, standard holiday, and more
Working Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday, 9am-5:30pm

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within a top 100 UK Accountancy Practice for a Trainee Accountant. This practice are highly experienced and have developed an excellent reputation within the local area. They are trusted in developing and progressing trainees

This position supplies a level 7 apprenticeship agreement to study for either ACA or ACCA. In addition to this you will be receiving a broad range of practical experience, with close mentorship, and early opportunities to progress. If you are a recent graduate or aspiring accountant, this is the role for you

Trainee Accountant Job Responsibilities

• Develop a strong understanding of accounting standards and practices through formal training and hands-on experience
• Plan and organise assignments with guidance, monitoring progress to meet deadlines while contributing to audit and assurance work across multiple sectors
• Support accounting and tax functions, including preparation of management accounts, VAT returns, statutory accounts, corporation tax advice, and self-assessment returns
• Benefit from clear career progression opportunities, with pathways to managerial and senior roles based on performance and strengths
• Undertake a Level 7 apprenticeship studying towards ACA or ACCA qualifications (with optional CTA joint qualification), supported by a full study package and structured training pathway
• Gain broad practical experience with early client exposure, supported by mentoring and active development from senior leadership, encouraging responsibility from the outset

Trainee Accountant Job Requirements

• Expected to have a minimum of 136 UCAS Points
• Expected to have an Upper Second-Class Honours Degree or above (this doesn't have to be within accountancy)
• A minimum of grade 6 at GCSE Maths and English
• Must have strong IT skills, including proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office Packages
• Must have strong work ethic, be a team player, well organised, professional, presentable, personable, detail oriented, and have a great desire to learn

Trainee Accountant Salary & Benefits

• Starting salary of £30,300
• Full support for a level 7 apprenticeship with ACA or ACCA
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing by one day a year up to 25 days
• Standard pension contributions, and sick pay
• Subsidised gym membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• Childcare vouchers
• Regular social events
• Hybrid working is offered outside of being a trainee

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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