Trainee Accountant

Enterprise Holdings; Aldershot; Hybrid; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global mobility company in Aldershot is seeking a Trainee Accountant to join the ARMS Business Services Division. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary of £27,800 and a supportive environment for career growth. Responsibilities include journal entry approvals and assisting in financial statement preparations. Ideal for recent graduates interested in accounting, with opportunities for further studies and a commitment to personal development.

Benefits

Competitive and comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Excellent problem solving, communication & time management skills.
• Commitment to further accounting related studies.
• Inquisitive nature and confidence to challenge.

Responsibilities

• Review and approval of sales ledger journal entries.
• Assisting the financial statement preparer in producing monthly management accounts.
• Monthly preparation of P&L and Balance Sheet schedules.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Time management

Detail orientation

Proficiency in Excel

Ability to multi-task

Education

Finance related degree

Job description

Overview

We're Enterprise Mobility. A family-owned, world-class portfolio of brands that in the UK includes household names such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car. A Times Top 100 Graduate Employer, we've grown from a pioneering idea over 65-years ago, to the global mobility leader we are today. With a $35 billion turnover, nearly 90,000 team members and over 2.3 million vehicles across 95 countries, we're here to advance the world, one journey at a time. Imagine what we could do for your career?

We are looking for a Trainee Accountant to join our ARMS Business Services Division based in Aldershot.

Location: Hybrid working - 3 days onsite at Victoria Road, Aldershot, GU11 1EJ

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00-17:00

Salary: £27,800

Start Date: September

As part of our commitment to world-class customer service and smarter mobility solutions, we're seeking a Trainee Accountant to join our dynamic Business Management team based in Aldershot. This is an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate or someone with early industry experience who's looking to earn while they learn and climb the career ladder.

About the team:

Our Aldershot-based ARMS division supports rental branches across the UK and is home to teams specialising in claims services, damage recovery, vehicle operations, risk management, and more. We've brought tech and insurance services together to create robust, forward-looking solutions for our customers and partners. With approx. 850 employees across multiple business units, we're shaping the future of replacement and mobility solutions.

We're still proudly family-owned. Our CEO, Chrissy Taylor, represents the third generation of leadership. That family-first philosophy gives us the long-term stability and vision to support our people and customers-even through uncertain times.

Responsibilities

• Review and approval of sales ledger journal entries
• Administrative support in terms of billing corrections and adjustments
• Assisting the financial statement preparer in producing monthly management accounts
• Assisting the accounts payable function by taking ownership of a number of suppliers, chasing appropriate authorisation of their invoices, coding them in accordance with our chart of accounts and processing for payment
• Supplier statement reconciliations
• Prepare financial entries and monthly account schedules
• Monthly preparation of P&L and Balance Sheet schedules
• Preparing and submitting Ledger Journal entries
• Review timely completion of internal controls and processes on a daily basis
• Review and analyse monthly statements to ensure their integrity and accuracy
• Work with other departments to understand and support our business as a whole

Qualifications

• • Excellent problem solving, communication & time management skills
  • A finance related degree preferred but not essential
  • Commitment to further accounting related studies
  • An inquisitive nature and the confidence to challenge
  • Detail orientation and strong work ethic
  • Ability to meet deadlines and think independently and show initiative
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to 'think outside the box' and willingness to question current practices
  • Proven track record of building effective working relationships at all levels
  • Solid PC skills, with an emphasis on Excel

You should also know that:

• Regardless of your socio-economic and educational background, Enterprise will always look at how you perform against our competencies and will judge you on that alone.
• Please let us know about any accommodations you may need to participate in our recruitment process.
• Aldershot has great transportation links to other areas in Hampshire and Surrey such as: Alton, Ash Vale, Basingstoke, Farnborough, Farnham, Camberley, Fleet, Basingstoke, Guildford and Woking.

This is more than just a job, this is an investment in your future, a way into a dynamic workplace and a flexible journey you can shape for you. So, what are you waiting for?

Please note that all applicants must have the ability to pass a security check involving financial probity and basic criminality.

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