Accounting & Business Advisory Trainee

Dains Accountants & Advisers; Kilmarnock; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave

Hybrid working

Professional subscriptions

Volunteering days

Dains Academy access

Job summary

Dains Group in Kilmarnock is hiring an Accounting & Business Advisory Trainee to grow your career in auditing and become a CA Chartered Accountant.

You will join the Accounts & Business Advisory team, with a structured 3-year training programme, exposure to clients from startups to established companies, and hybrid working options to support your studies and progression.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths at grade 6 or equivalent.
• GCSE English at grade 6 or equivalent.
• Eligibility to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts and support clients with business advisory services.
• Assist in auditing tasks and financial reporting for diverse clients.
• Engage in training towards CA qualification and professional development.
• Contribute to strategic decisions and business transformation projects.

Job description

Are you ready to shape your future in accountancy and business advisory?

Are you an enthusiastic recent university graduate looking to join an accounting firm where you can enjoy a rewarding and progressive career? The Dains Group could offer you a range of opportunities.

Dains are hiring for an Accounting & Business Advisory Trainee to join our Kilmarnock office where you will have the opportunity to grow your career in auditing alongside become a qualified CA chartered accountant.

Department Accounts & Business Advisory Employment Type Full Time Location Kilmarnock Workplace type Onsite

Our Accounting & Business Advisory Team

Our team works closely with clients from startups to established companies providing tailored advice on everything from financial reporting and compliance to digital transformation and cloud accounting.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience in preparing accounts, understanding business performance, and supporting clients with strategic decisions. You’ll be supported by experts who are passionates about helping you develop your skills and achieve your professional qualifications, all while contributing to real world business solutions.

As an Accounts Advisory Trainee, you’ll begin your journey towards becoming an CA qualified Chartered Accountant by studying the AAT qualification, which will provide you with a strong foundation in finance, accounting, and business.

What You'll Get

• A 3-year structured training programme leading to Chartered Accountant status. (ICAS)
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
• A comprehensive induction programme helping to set you up for success.
• Smart, flexible and hybrid working options.
• Paid professional subscriptions.
• Regular personal/professional development reviews.
• Paid volunteering days
• Regular social events and a supportive, people-focused culture.
• Enrolment into the Dains Academy and access to the Dains Learning platform.

Entry Requirements

• Minimum Grade 6 in Maths and English at GCSE level or equivalent.
• A minimum of 112 UCAS points or equivalent (Excluding General Studies).
• Eligibility to work in the UK without sponsorship

About Dains

Established in 1926, The Dains Group is a fast growing, independent accountancy practice ranked 22nd in the National Accountancy Age. With over 1000 talented individuals across the UK and Ireland, we're ready to drive growth, make an impact, and excel your career.

At Dains, we believe our people are our greatest asset. As one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy groups, we offer a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive environment where ambitious professionals can thrive.