Management Accounts Trainee

BALLARDS LLP; Droitwich Spa; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Management Accounts Apprentice to join their dynamic Outsourced Accounts team. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your accounting career while working with a diverse client base. You will engage in essential tasks such as data entry, ledger maintenance, and financial reporting, all while collaborating with various departments to ensure exceptional service delivery. With a commitment to personal development and the chance to gain your AAT qualification, this position is perfect for someone eager to learn and grow in the accountancy field. Enjoy the benefits of hybrid working and a supportive environment that values your contributions.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Career progression

Electric Car scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance

Group Personal Pension Plan

Flexible Holiday Purchase Scheme

Enhanced Family Pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic individual keen to develop a career in accountancy.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing day-to-day accounting and finance needs.
• Support preparation of management accounts and maintain ledgers.
• Ensure timely financial reporting and maintain client communication.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Time management

Education

AAT Level 2

AAT Level 3

Job description

Ballards LLP are an award-winning firm of chartered accountants, with offices in Worcester, Droitwich, and Birmingham. With a modern approach to accountancy and a passion for providing excellent client service, Ballards LLP provides a wide range of accountancy services across a variety of sectors.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Management Accounts Apprentice to join our growing Outsourced Accounts team. In this role, you will assist in managing the day-to-day accounting and finance needs for a variety of clients, helping to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

About the role:

• Accurate weekly/monthly data entry to support real-time accounting
• Supporting the preparation of management accounts
• Balancing and maintaining ledgers with precision
• Processing monthly financial data in a timely and organised manner
• Collaborating with other departments to deliver seamless service
• Investigating and following up on client information in line with Service Level Agreements
• Identifying and escalating any discrepancies or anomalies in financial data
• Maintaining consistent communication with clients to meet record-keeping deadlines
• Ensuring all software entries are accurate and well-documented
• Attending college regularly and engaging fully with your study programme

About you:

You’ll be an enthusiastic and committed individual who is keen to continue to develop a career in accountancy. You should have a strong attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and excellent communication skills.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has achieved AAT Level 2 or 3
  
• Has a positive attitude and willingness to learn
  
• Communicates clearly and professionally, both with colleagues and clients
• Is able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Can manage deadlines and prioritise tasks effectively
• Is committed to personal development and exam success through regular college attendance, whilst continuing to study for their AAT qualification and beyond
  
  

About the rewards:

• Hybrid and flexible working
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Career progression
• Electric Car scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Flexible Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Enhanced Family Pay – maternity, paternity, parental, and compassionate leave
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential helpline as well as online support