Service Charge Accounts Trainee

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 is an independent firm of chartered accountants based in Girton, Cambridge. We work closely with businesses, organisations and individuals, combining high-quality technical work with a personal and practical approach. We are committed to developing our people through structured training, hands-on experience and support from colleagues across the firm.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Trainee to join our specialist Service Charge Accounts team. The role will support the preparation of factual findings engagements for residential property managing agents. The role provides structured training and an opportunity to develop specialist knowledge of service charge accounting within a supportive accountancy practice.

Key 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.

Key Requirements:

• An interest in developing a career in accountancy through professional training.
• GCSE Mathematics and English at grade 6 or above, or equivalent.
• A levels grade C or above, or equivalent.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Full apprenticeship study support up to AAT Level 4 will be provided.
• Company pension.
• Death in service cover.
• 25 days holiday (increasing after 5 years’ service) plus bank holidays.
• Free onsite parking.
• Flexible working arrangements, subject to the requirements of the role.
• A supportive, team-oriented working environment.

Lakin Rose is committed to providing equal opportunities and welcomes applications from candidates with the skills and experience to succeed in the role.