ACA Graduate

Howett Thorpe; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm is offering an exciting opportunity for a Graduate to join as an ACA trainee. This diverse role will provide hands-on experience across various accounting disciplines while supporting professional studies towards becoming a Chartered Accountant. The position promises comprehensive training, a competitive salary, and a clear pathway for career development, making it ideal for ambitious candidates ready to manage clients and contribute to a dynamic team.

Benefits

Full ACA study support

Competitive starting salary with regular reviews

Hybrid and flexible working

Excellent career development

Qualifications

• Relevant degree with minimum 2.1 classification.
• Excellent A Level and GCSE results.
• Strong motivation, initiative and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audit testing at client sites.
• Prepare statutory accounts.
• Assist with personal tax returns and VAT management.

Skills

Teamwork

Client Liaison

Motivation

Education

2.1 in Accounting, Finance or STEM degree

Job description

Fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and driven Graduate. You will gain experience across audit, accounts and tax as you go through your ACA studies, allowing you to specialise in any area as you become a Chartered Accountant. Comprehensive study support and consistent development in the workplace. By the time you qualify, you would be managing your own portfolio of clients.

ACA Graduate – Benefits

• Full ACA study support
• Competitive starting salary with regular reviews
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Excellent career development

ACA Graduate – About The Role

A broad and diverse role that allows you to gain experience across all areas of accounting, ensuring variety of work and allowing you to reach your full potential.

• Working on a diverse portfolio of local clients
• Attend client sites and conduct audit testing
• Statutory accounts preparation
• Outsourcing- VAT, bookkeeping, management accounts
• Assist with personal tax returns and corporation tax computation

The successful ACA Graduate will have:

• A minimum of a 2.1 in a relevant degree (Accounting, Finance or STEM)
• Excellent A Level and GCSE results
• Confidence to liaise directly with clients
• Must work well in a team, but also have initiative to thrive working on your own
• Strong motivation and drive