Audit & Accounts Associate (Trainee)

Clive Owen Llp; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Clive Owen LLP in the North-East region is seeking an early-career professional to support audit and accounts work. You will prepare accounts using industry tools and assist on statutory audits, gaining exposure to corporate tax computations and client queries, while building client relationships.

The role offers hands-on training and a clear career path in audit and accounts within a technology-driven practice.

Qualifications

• Must have AAT Level 3/4, a degree, or 3 A Levels at A*-C (or equivalent).
• Willingness to learn and ambition to build a career in accountancy.
• Strong communication skills with clients in person, on the phone and by email.
• Good IT skills, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts using IRIS, Sage, Xero and QuickBooks.
• Support onsite audits as part of the audit team.
• Draft corporation tax computations and assist with client queries.
• Review and action points raised by managers and tax colleagues.
• Act as a point of contact for clients on ad hoc matters.
• Visit clients across the region and build professional relationships.

Skills

Strong communication

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Travel flexibility

Education

AAT Level 3/4

Degree

3 A Levels (A*-C)

Tools

Excel

IRIS

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

At Clive Owen, we believe starting your career in audit and accounts should be exciting, challenging and rewarding. You’ll work with some of the most innovative businesses across the North-East and Yorkshire, gaining first‑hand experience in both statutory audit and accounts preparation.

We combine cutting edge technology with hands on training, so you’ll build the technical skills and confidence you need to progress quickly.

What you’ll be doing

• Prepare accounts using modern systems like IRIS, Sage, Xero and QuickBooks
• Support onsite audits as part of the audit team, learning from experienced colleagues
• Draft corporation tax computations and assist with client queries
• Review and action points raised by managers and tax colleagues
• Act as a point of contact for clients on ad hoc matters
• Visit clients across the region and build strong professional relationships

What we’re looking for

We value enthusiasm and potential – not just experience

• AAT Level 3/4, or a degree, or 3 A Levels at A*-C (or equivalent)
• Willingness to learn and ambition to build a career in accountancy
• Strong communication skills – confident with clients face to face, on the phone and by email
• Good IT (Excel is your friend)
• Eye for detail and ability to check work thoroughly
• Proactive problem solver with good organisational skills
• Flexible, adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities
• Willingness to travel to client sites

Nice to Have

• Relevant accounts or audit experience
• Familiarity with accountancy software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, Iris)

What you’ll get from us

• Professional training: Full study support for AAT/ACA/ACCA
• Real client exposure: Opportunities to work with a wide variety of industries
• Hands on learning: Work directly with experienced audit managers and partners
• Technology driven practice: Experience with leading digital tools and systems
• Career growth: A clear pathway for progression in both audit and accounts

Key Skills you’ll build

• Audit and financial reporting expertise
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Client communication and relationship building
• Project and time management
• Delivering results with accuracy and professionalism

If you’re ready to kick start your career in audit and accounts with a supportive, forward-thinking firm, we’d love to hear from you!