Early Careers Trainee

RMT Accountants & Business Advisors Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study support and paid study leave

Mentoring and buddy system

Group-wide cohort training

Job summary

RMT Accountants & Business Advisors Ltd invites applications for its Early Careers Trainee Programme in Newcastle. You will pursue professional qualifications (AAT, ACA, ACCA, ATT or CTA) while gaining practical client experience across audit, accounts and tax.

The Sumer Group-backed programme blends online, virtual and in-person learning to build technical and soft skills. You’ll train under a structured contract with study leave, mentoring, and cohort training as part of the Sumer Academy,

Qualifications

• A-Level or equivalent academic history, including GCSE English C/5 and Maths B/6.
• Strong communication, collaboration and organisational skills are essential.

Skills

Effective communicator

Collaborative

Time efficient

Problem solver

Results focused

Keen to learn

Education

A-Levels or equivalent

Job description

Description

RMT Accountants & Business Advisors Ltd is proud to be part of the Sumer Group – one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy practices. Together, we’re creating brighter futures for our people, our clients, and our communities.

Department: Early Careers

Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Description

RMT Accountants & Business Advisors Ltd is proud to be part of the Sumer Group – one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy practices. Together, we’re creating brighter futures for our people, our clients, and our communities.

RMT is based in Newcastle with offices in Durham, Hexham and Berwick. We have been helping clients and their businesses for over 70 years. We specialise in audit and accounting, taxation for businesses and individuals, corporate finance and corporate recovery and insolvency. Our clients range from start-ups to owner-managed businesses, partnerships and larger corporate organisations.

We’re now inviting applications for our Early Careers Trainee Programme, designed for those ready to take their first step into a rewarding career in accountancy. Whether your passion lies in Audit, Accounts or Tax, you’ll gain the skills, qualifications and experience to become a fully qualified professional, supported every step of the way.

The Programme

You’ll join a training contract, combining practical client experience with professional study towards your qualification (AAT, ACA, ACCA, ATT or CTA).

Alongside your qualification, you’ll become part of the Sumer Academy – our dedicated early careers development programme. The Academy runs alongside your studies, offering a blend of online, virtual and in-person learning focused on building both your technical skills and the soft skills that will help you thrive in your future career.

You’ll also train as part of a group-wide cohort, connecting with other trainees from across the Sumer Group to share experiences and learn together.

What’s on offer

• Full study support, including paid study leave and course fees
• Buddy and mentoring systems to help you settle in and progress
• Group-wide cohort training through the Sumer Academy
• Opportunities to grow your career beyond qualification
• Exposure to a diverse range of clients and projects

About You

To apply, you’ll need a strong A-Level or equivalent academic history, including a minimum of a Grade C/5 in English and B/6 in Maths at GCSE level (or equivalent).

You’ll also be:

• An effective communicator – confident in listening and expressing ideas clearly with clients and colleagues.
• Collaborative – a team player who enjoys sharing ideas and working together to achieve great results.
• Time efficient – able to balance work and study with good organisation and prioritisation.
• A problem solver – curious, adaptable and ready to take on challenges.
• Results focused – proud to deliver a high standard of work and service.
• Keen to learn – enthusiastic about developing your skills and career.

The Process

Our application process is designed to help you show your best self:

• CV Review
• Online testing via our partner Canditech (behavioural, numerical and comprehension)
• Individual Interview
• Offer

Belong @ Sumer

At Sumer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, not just as buzzwords, but as the heartbeat of our team. Our recruitment practices reflect this commitment, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. We prioritise creating an environment where every candidate feels respected and supported throughout the hiring process.

Everyone is unique and we understand that each individual may have distinct needs to showcase their best selves during interviews. Our commitment is to offer personalised support for all candidates. Let our team know how we can bring out your fullest potential.

Our Values

We have a strong set of values that define who we are and everything we do:

• WE SHINE TOGETHER – We celebrate everyone’s individuality and work as one team.
• WE DO THE RIGHT THING – We act with kindness, fairness and integrity in everything we do.
• WE MAKE IT COUNT – We’re quietly brave as we make a difference, every day, for our clients and communities.