Accounts Trainee

DPC Chartered Accountants, Part of the Sumer Group; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

DPC Chartered Accountants, part of the Sumer Group, is seeking an Accounts Assistant currently studying AAT Level 3 or 4 to join the accounting team in Stoke-on-Trent. You will gain practical experience across clients and accounting work while working towards your qualification.

The role offers exposure to bookkeeping, VAT returns, basic tax work, and client liaison within a supportive practice, with opportunities to develop technical knowledge and a long-term career in accounting.

Qualifications

• Currently studying AAT Level 3 or 4, or planning to continue.
• Experience in an accountancy practice is useful but not required.
• Keen to develop technical knowledge and build a long-term career in accountancy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Bookkeeping and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Assist with VAT returns.
• Support with basic tax and accounting work.
• Process invoices, payments and other financial transactions.
• Assist senior team members with client assignments.
• Liaise with clients and colleagues to obtain information.
• Ensure work is completed accurately within deadlines.
• Develop knowledge across different areas of accountancy.

Skills

Numerate

Organised

Detail-oriented

Team player

Communication skills

Willing to learn

Education

AAT Level 3 or 4

Job description

Description

We’re looking for an

Department: Accounting

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Description

We’re looking for an Accounts Assistant to join the team at DPC, part of the Sumer Group. This is a great opportunity for someone who is currently studying AAT Level 3 or 4 and looking to build their practical experience within a supportive accountancy practice. You’ll gain exposure to a variety of clients and accounting work, while developing your technical skills and working towards your qualification.

Key Responsibilities As an Accounts Assistant, you’ll support the wider team with a range of accounts and bookkeeping activities, including:

• Assisting with the preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Bookkeeping and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Assisting with VAT returns.
• Supporting with basic tax and accounting work.
• Processing invoices, payments and other financial transactions.
• Assisting senior members of the team with client assignments.
• Liaising with clients and colleagues to obtain information when required.
• Ensuring work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Developing your knowledge and experience across different areas of accountancy.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise We’re looking for someone who is:

• Currently studying AAT Level 3 or 4, or looking to continue their AAT studies.
• Ideally has some experience within an accountancy practice, although this isn't essential.
• Interested in building a long-term career in accountancy.
• Numerate, organised and detail-oriented.
• Keen to learn and develop their technical knowledge.
• Comfortable working as part of a team.
• Confident communicating with colleagues and, where appropriate, clients.
• Reliable, proactive and keen to take on new responsibilities as they develop.

Belong @ Sumer At Sumer, we know everyone’s journey is different. That’s why we’re committed to fairness, removing barriers, and giving people the support they need to do their best work. If you need any support during the hiring process, just let us know.

Our values represent what matters most to us and guide how we work every day:

• We Shine Together
• We Do the Right Thing
• We Make It Count

We know diverse teams make us stronger. That’s why we’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs and differences are valued and celebrated.