Graduate Accountant

Rapid Recruitment Services; Edgware; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Full ACA/ACCA study support

Structured training programme

Long-term career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Edgware is looking for ambitious graduates to become Graduate Trainee Accountants. This position offers a great opportunity to start a career in professional services with full support towards ACCA qualification. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, supporting audits, and assisting with tax compliance. Ideal candidates will possess strong numerical and analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude. Competitive salary and structured training program included.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or final-year student with strong academic results.
• Good understanding of finance-related concepts is advantageous.
• Eager to learn and committed to ACCA training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts and financial statements.
• Support audit assignments across various industries.
• Assist with tax compliance work and client queries.
• Prepare working papers and ensure deadlines are met.

Skills

Strong numerical skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Organisational ability

Education

2:1 degree or above

Job description

About the Opportunity

Our client, a leading and well-established accountancy practice, is seeking ambitious graduates to join their team as Trainee Accountants. This is an excellent opportunity to launch your career in professional services, working with a diverse client base while receiving full study support towards ACCA qualification.

The Role

As a Graduate Trainee Accountant, you will gain exposure across audit, accounts, and tax, building the technical and commercial skills required for a successful career in accountancy. You will work closely with experienced colleagues, receive structured training, and develop your client-facing skills from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of statutory accounts and financial statements
• Supporting audit assignments across a variety of industries
• Assisting with tax compliance work and client queries
• Preparing working papers and ensuring deadlines are met
• Carrying out research and analysis to support advisory projects
• Building professional relationships with both clients and colleagues

Candidate Profile

• Recent graduate (or final-year student) with strong academic results (2:1 degree or above preferred; all disciplines considered, finance-related advantageous)
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive, motivated, and eager to learn
• Committed to undertaking ACCA training and qualification

What’s on Offer

• Competitive starting salary with regular progression reviews
• Full ACA/ACCA study support package (tuition, exams, and study leave)
• Exposure to a wide range of industries and clients
• A structured training programme and ongoing mentoring
• Genuine long-term career development opportunities