Service Charge Accounts Apprentice — Training & Growth

Lakin Rose Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full apprenticeship study support up到A

Company pension

Death in service cover

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Free onsite parking

Flexible working

Job summary

Lakin Rose Limited, an independent firm of chartered accountants based in Girton, Cambridge, is seeking an Accounts Trainee to join the specialist Service Charge Accounts team. The role offers structured training and the chance to develop expertise in service charge accounting within a supportive practice.

Key responsibilities include reviewing records, performing reconciliations, and preparing working papers and accountants’ reports, while liaising with managing agents to obtain required

Qualifications

• Interest in developing a career in accountancy through professional training.
• GCSE Maths and English at grade 6 or above, or equivalent.
• A levels grade C or above, or equivalent.
• Full apprenticeship study support up to AAT Level 4 will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Review accounting records and test income, expenditure, balances and reserve fund movements against supporting documentation.
• Perform reconciliations and analytical reviews, identifying anomalies or matters requiring further investigation.
• Assist in preparing accurate working papers, engagement documentation and accountants’ reports in accordance with firm procedures.
• Liaise professionally with managing agents to obtain records, supporting evidence and explanations.
• Manage assigned work effectively, communicate progress and contribute to the delivery of engagements within agreed deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interest in accountancy training

Education

GCSE Maths & English 6+

A levels C+

Job description

Lakin Rose Limited, an independent firm of chartered accountants based in Girton, Cambridge, is seeking an Accounts Trainee to join the specialist Service Charge Accounts team. The role offers structured training and the chance to develop expertise in service charge accounting within a supportive practice.

Key responsibilities include reviewing records, performing reconciliations, and preparing working papers and accountants’ reports, while liaising with managing agents to obtain required