Graduate Trainee Accountant - ACA Path, Flexible Hours

Castle Employment; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ACA study support

Flexible working hours

Private medical scheme

Death in service benefit

20 days holiday + Bank holidays

Paid overtime or TOIL

Job summary

Castle Employment is seeking a Graduate Trainee Accountant in Harrogate to kick‑start a career in accountancy. The role offers a salary of £26,000–£30,000 DOE, full-time hours, and flexible working arrangements.

You will gain hands‑on experience across accounts, audit and tax while working towards the ACA qualification, with study support and opportunities to learn within a friendly team in Harrogate.

Qualifications

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, Business or a related subject.
• Some prior exposure to finance or accountancy through placements, internships or roles.
• Enthusiasm to study towards the ACA qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing accounts for a range of clients.
• Support audit assignments and gain practical audit experience.
• Assist with tax returns and compliance work.
• Support bookkeeping and other general accountancy tasks.
• Work alongside experienced accountants and learn from the wider team.
• Develop your technical knowledge whilst studying towards your ACA qualification.
• Build relationships with clients and provide professional support.

Skills

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance/Mathematics/Business

Job description

Castle Employment is seeking a Graduate Trainee Accountant in Harrogate to kick‑start a career in accountancy. The role offers a salary of £26,000–£30,000 DOE, full-time hours, and flexible working arrangements.

You will gain hands‑on experience across accounts, audit and tax while working towards the ACA qualification, with study support and opportunities to learn within a friendly team in Harrogate.