Accounts Assistant Trainee

TC Group; Rochester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Group life assurance (4x salary)

Long service awards

25 days annual leave + holidays during

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee benefits platform with perks

Job summary

TC Group, a growing Top 20 UK accountancy firm, is seeking an Accounts Assistant Trainee for its Kent team. This role supports bookkeeping and finance services for a large commercial client, with development supported in a collaborative, people-focused culture.

You’ll handle invoices, ledgers, and daily client finance inboxes, working to deadlines and building client relationships. The firm offers training, development opportunities, and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at 9-4 (A-C) including English & Maths or Level 2 in related subject.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Team player who can work collaboratively.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics is desirable.
• Knowledge of CIS is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of bookkeeping activities for a large commercial construction client.
• Prepare, process and review invoices for payment runs.
• Maintain debtor and creditor ledgers and ensure month-end deadlines.
• Process and reconcile credit card, expenses and fuel card transactions.
• Manage client finance inboxes and respond to queries promptly.
• Serve as a point of contact for clients and stakeholders via phone and email.
• Collaborate with colleagues to progress queries and issues.
• Prioritise workloads to meet monthly deadlines.
• Build strong relationships with clients and deliver high service levels.
• Ensure financial records comply with procedures.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

GCSEs 4+ including English & Maths

Level 2 qualification in related subject

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Join a Top 20 Accountancy Firm That's Growing Fast

At TC Group, we're more than accountants. We're trusted business advisors helping ambitious entrepreneurs, SMEs and larger organisations achieve their goals.

As one of the UK's fastest-growing Top 20 accountancy firms, we're proud of our people-first culture, our collaborative approach and our commitment to helping both our clients and our colleagues succeed.

We're looking for a talented Accounts Assistant Trainee to join our Kent team. If you're looking for a role where your ideas are valued, your development is supported and your contribution genuinely makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

As an Accounts Assistant, you'll support the delivery of bookkeeping and finance services for a large commercial construction client. Working closely with colleagues and client stakeholders, you'll help maintain accurate financial records, process transactions and ensure key deadlines are met. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your accounting skills and build a long-term career within a supportive and growing business.

What You'll Be Doing

• Take ownership of bookkeeping activities for a large commercial construction client.
• Prepare, process and review invoices, ensuring they are accurate and ready for payment runs.
• Maintain debtor and creditor ledgers, ensuring balances are accurate and month-end deadlines are met.
• Process and reconcile credit card, expenses and fuel card transactions.
• Manage daily client finance inboxes, responding to queries and processing documentation promptly.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders, handling bookkeeping-related queries via phone and email.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide updates on outstanding queries, issues and progress.
• Organise and prioritise workloads effectively to ensure all monthly deadlines are achieved.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, delivering a high level of service and support.
• Ensure financial records are maintained accurately and in line with company procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Holds a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grades 9-4 (A-C), including English and Maths*, or a Level 2 qualification in a related subject at Merit or Distinction level.
• Is a fast learner with the ability to take ownership of tasks and responsibilities.
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Is proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Has strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurate to deadlines.
• Is a motivated team player who enjoys working collaboratively.
• Has knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics software (desirable but not essential).
• Has knowledge of the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) (desirable but not essential).

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who shares our values, enjoys working collaboratively and is passionate about delivering great results.

Our Benefits

• Pension scheme
• Group life assurance (4x salary)
• Significant long service awards
• 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays), plus 2 days over the Christmas/New Year period set by the firm, plus where your birthday falls on a working day, an additional day for this too.
• After 5 years' service - holiday increasing by one day per each year of service (up to a maximum of 5 days)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform with discounts, cashback, GP and prescription services
• Employee referral bonus
• Social events and team activities
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

About TC Group

TC Group is a dynamic and rapidly growing professional services business. Our success is built on the expertise, passion and dedication of our people.

We believe that great businesses are built by great teams. That's why we invest in our colleagues, encourage innovation and create an environment where people can thrive both professionally and personally.

We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to bring their authentic selves to work. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. Candidates must be based in the UK and we're unable to provide visa sponsorship if required.