Full job descriptionRole: Trainee Accountant
Location: Eastbourne, East Sussex
Hours: Full-time
Pay: £24,700 per annum


An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Accountant to join one of our longstanding clients, an established and growing accountancy practice based in Eastbourne.


This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or A Level leaver looking to begin a professional career in accountancy. You will support experienced Managers and Partners across a variety of client accounts while studying towards an AAT, ACCA or ICAEW qualification.


Benefits:
*£24,700 per annum
*Professional study support towards AAT, ACCA or ICAEW qualification
*Excellent opportunity for a graduate or A Level leaver
*Hands-on experience across accounts, tax, payroll and bookkeeping
*Work alongside experienced Managers and Partners
*Exposure to a varied portfolio of clients
*Structured professional development and long-term career progression


The Requirements:
*Minimum 2:1 degree or higher for graduate applicants
*Alternatively, A Levels at A*, A or B, or equivalent Distinction*, Distinction or Merit grades in relevant subjects
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills
*Strong organisation and ability to work accurately under pressure
*Excellent attention to detail and compliance-focused approach
*Strong logical problem-solving skills
*Good team-working skills
*Strong IT skills, including a high level of competency in Excel
*Confidence using online accounting software
*Ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
*Flexible, positive and responsive approach to client needs
*High level of integrity and professional ethics
*Enthusiasm for developing a long-term career in accountancy


The Role:
*Support Managers and Partners across a variety of client account work
*Provide a high standard of client care
*Draft and send client correspondence including emails and covering letters
*Support bookkeeping activities and accurately record financial transactions
*Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records
*Assist with personal, partnership and corporation tax returns
*Complete control account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
*Prepare and administer client payroll and statutory reports for review
*Reconcile wage transactions against payroll records
*Assist with month-end and year-end processes
*Help produce monthly reports
*Support the specialist tax team with Personal Tax and Corporation Tax work
*Carry out research and provide support around policies and procedures
*Complete bank reconciliations
*Maintain data security when handling sensitive client information
*Keep up to date with current legislation and relevant professional requirements
*Provide general administrative support to Managers and Partners


If you’re keen to join an exceptional team who can offer professional qualifications, broad hands-on accountancy experience and excellent long-term career development, then please apply to this Trainee Accountant role below or call Jamie Watson on between 9:00am - 5:30pm.