Full job descriptionRole: Trainee Accountant
Location: Bexhill, 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 Bexhill.


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 varied portfolio of clients while studying towards an AAT, ACCA or ACA qualification, depending on your chosen training pathway.


Benefits:
*£24,700 per annum
*Professional study support towards AAT, ACCA or ACA qualification
*Excellent opportunity for a graduate or A Level leaver to begin a career in accountancy
*Hands-on experience across accounts, tax 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 candidates applying for the ACA or ACCA training pathway
*A Levels at A*, A or B, or equivalent Distinction*, Distinction or Merit grades in relevant subjects, for candidates applying for the AAT pathway
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills
*Strong organisation with the ability to work accurately to deadlines
*Excellent attention to detail
*Strong logical problem-solving skills
*Good team-working skills
*Confident using IT and digital systems
*Ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
*Flexible, positive and responsive approach
*High level of integrity and professional ethics
*Enthusiasm for developing a long-term career within accountancy


The Role:
*Support Managers and Partners with the preparation of statutory financial statements
*Work across accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders
*Assist with personal, partnership and corporation tax returns
*Provide bookkeeping support and accurately record financial transactions
*Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records
*Complete control account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
*Carry out bank reconciliations
*Draft professional client correspondence, including emails and covering letters
*Support account submissions to HMRC and Companies House
*Assist with filing statutory and client account documentation
*Maintain accurate records of client communications across internal systems
*Use systems including IRIS and Outlook
*Accurately record time spent on client activities
*Maintain confidentiality and data security when handling sensitive information
*Keep up to date with relevant legislation and professional requirements
*Provide general administrative support where required


If you’re keen to join an exceptional team who can offer professional qualifications, 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.