Graduate Trainee Chartered Certified Accountant

Alexander Sloan; Scotland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent accountancy firm in Scotland offers a full-time three-year training contract for motivated individuals. Applicants should have a relevant degree allowing for ACCA exemptions. Trainees will gain hands-on experience in accounting and auditing, providing a solid foundation for their future careers. Interested candidates must apply by 7 November 2025 and reside within commuting distance to Glasgow.

Qualifications

• Relevant University degree that entitles to a minimum of 6 exam exemptions at ACCA.

Responsibilities

• Gain experience in accounting and external audit.
• Participate in selection processes including aptitude tests and interviews.

Job description

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION - Friday 7 November 2025

Alexander Sloan are looking for motivated, hardworking individuals to join our vibrant team. We are offering a full-time three year training contract that will give you accounting, auditing and analytical skills you need for a career in accountancy. We are typically looking for candidates that are currently in their final year at university or recent graduates with a relevant degree.

This job will start early July 2026.

Each trainee will gain experience in accounting and external audit. Each ACCA student can be assured of involvement in a variety of sectors, providing an excellent platform on which to build their professional careers.

If you have a relevant University degree - or are studying towards one - then apply today! We expect those that are applying to have a relevant degree that will entitle them to a minimum of 6 exam exemptions at ACCA. You must check your possible exemption status on the ACCA website prior to applying. We also require you to live within daily commuting distance of our Glasgow office.

We intend the selection process will take place during November and December 2025 and will be in three stages:

• - we will shortlist candidates based on the appropriateness of their CV;
• - we will ask those shortlisted candidates to complete an online aptitude test;
• - for those candidates who score highly in the aptitude test, we will invite you to an in-person interview. The interview will include making a short 5-10 minute presentation to the Audit Partner and Senior Audit Manager. You will be given advance notice of the topic when invited to the interview.

OUR VALUES & MISSION

Alexander Sloan is committed to being a successful organisation. We define success as delivering value to:

Our Business – Delivering value for the business means:

• A financially successful firm
• A firm that the Partners are proud of
• A firm that supports personal growth

Our Staff– Delivering value for our staff means:

• A firm that develops its staff and enables them to fulfil their potential
• A firm that staff members are proud to be a part of
• A firm that provides its staff with attractive working conditions and rewards excellence

Our Clients– Delivering value for our clients means:

• Providing an excellent service
• Providing a service that represents value for money
• Being a trusted adviser

Alexander Sloan has six core values:

• Respect - we operate in an inclusive environment treating everyone with courtesy and consideration.
• Excellence - we set the highest standards and aspire to exceed expectations.
• Collaboration - we work together to deliver the best outcomes.
• Integrity - we believe honesty and trust is fundamental to everything we do.
• Progression - we are proactive in seeking change and embracing new ideas.
• Expertise - we accrue and apply knowledge to achieve the best results.

We believe that these core values combined are our RECIPE for success.

Apply now to become a member of our successful team.