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Pro Talent; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique accountancy firm in Cambridge is looking for an Accounts Trainee. This role includes building relationships, using accounting software for reporting, and producing financial accounts. Candidates should have at least 12 months of experience in a UK accountancy practice and A Level or equivalent qualifications. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including holiday trading and support for AAT qualification.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Pension

Life assurance

Retail discount scheme

Flexible working

Support for AAT qualification

Wellbeing programme

Experienced manager support

Modern office

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months’ experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Medical practice experience is an advantage.
• CCH software experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Build productive working relationships with clients and staff.
• Use accounting software for accurate reporting.
• Produce financial accounts as per FRS 102 1A and FRS 105.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Exceptional attention to detail

Strong IT skills

Positive, confident attitude

Ability to prioritize

Education

A Level or equivalent

AAT qualified or part qualified

Job description

ProTalent are currently working with an independent boutique accountancy practice based in Cambridge looking to recruit an Accounts Trainee.

The firm:

• An well established accountancy practice, with ambitious growth plans.
• Friendly and supportive team culture built around values of collaboration, respect, innovation and expertise.
• Diverse clients that range from private clients to owner-managed businesses and large international groups.

The Accounts Trainee Role:

• Building productive working relationships with clients and internally
• Using accounting software to provide accurate reporting for Managers, Partners and clients
• Maintaining client confidentiality and ensuring data security at all times
• Producing financial accounts in accordance with FRS 102 1A and FRS 105 as well as sole trader accounts
• Preparing partnership accounts

The successful Accounts Trainee applicant:

• You must have at least 12 months’ experience working in a UK accountancy practice
• Educated to A Level or equivalent
• AAT qualified or part qualified
• Medical practice experience would be an advantage
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong IT skills and able to pick up new software packages very quickly
• A positive, confident and proactive attitude
• Ability to prioritise and meet tight timeframes with high quality output
• Enjoy working as part of a team and self-motivated
• CCH experience would be an advantage

Benefits:

• As an Accounts Trainee, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including generous holiday allowance, pension, life assurance and a fantastic retail discount scheme
• Holiday trading – the ability to buy/sell holiday to fit your lifestyle
• Flexible working
• If required, full funding and support to complete the AAT qualification, including study leave and time off for exams
• Exposure to a wide range of clients across many industry sectors
• A wellbeing programme with regular events and activities focused on your physical and mental wellbeing
• An experienced manager to support your development and provide day to day guidance
• A modern, refurbished, open plan office
• A comprehensive induction and a dedicated buddy to help you get up to speed during your first few

Thank you for your interest in this Accounts Trainee vacancy.