Trainee Accountant

Interaction Recruitment; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Presencial; GBP 25 000 - 28 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

INDFIN is seeking a Trainee Accountant near Cambridge to join the team. The role provides hands-on experience across VAT, CIS and corporation tax, with exposure to management accounts and cloud-based accounting software.

You will work with experienced accountants, supporting client workloads and learning modern accounting processes while building relationships with clients. GCSEs Maths/English are required and aptitude to learn is essential.

Qualificações

• Foundation in accounting principles with willingness to develop technical knowledge.
• GCSEs in Maths and English required.
• Experience in an accountancy practice is desirable but not essential.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with VAT, CIS and Corporation Tax returns.
• Support preparation of management accounts and year-end adjustments.
• Assist with company secretarial duties and general accounting admin.
• Process financial data using accounting software to improve efficiency.
• Review information for accuracy and maintain client records.

Conhecimentos

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Proactive learner

Formação académica

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Ferramentas

Xero

Excel

IRIS

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Trainee Accountant

Location: Near Cambridge
Salary: £25 - £28k - Depending on Experience
Full time work, Monday - Friday 08.30 - 17.00

About the opportunity

We are working with a growing accountancy practice that is looking to recruit a Trainee Accountant to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their career in accountancy, develop their technical knowledge and gain hands‑on experience working with a varied portfolio of clients.

The successful candidate will work closely with experienced accountants and colleagues, supporting the delivery of a range of accounting and financial services. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills across accounts preparation, tax compliance, management reporting and cloud‑based accounting software, while building strong relationships with clients.

Key responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of VAT returns, CIS returns and Corporation Tax returns.

• Supporting the preparation of management accounts, statutory reporting and year-end adjustments.

• Assisting with company secretarial duties and general accounting administration.

• Processing financial data and using accounting software to improve efficiency and streamline processes.

• Reviewing accounting information for accuracy and ensuring client records are maintained appropriately.

• Supporting clients with accounting software, including Xero and related applications, and helping with system setup and training.

• Responding to initial client queries and providing support with day‑to‑day accounting matters.

• Assisting with budgets, forecasts and other ad hoc client projects.

• Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure deadlines are met and clients receive accurate, timely financial information.

• Contributing to the improvement of internal processes and developing knowledge of accounting systems and technology.

About you

We are keen to speak with candidates who have a genuine interest in accountancy and a desire to learn and progress within a practice environment.

Ideally, you will have:

• A good foundation in accounting principles and a willingness to develop your technical knowledge.

• Previous experience within an accountancy practice, although this is not essential for the right candidate.

• GCSEs or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English.

• Good communication skills, with the confidence to liaise professionally with clients and colleagues.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to organise your workload and meet deadlines.

• A proactive, adaptable approach and an enthusiasm for learning new systems and processes.

• A collaborative attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Experience using Xero, IRIS and Excel would be advantageous, but is not essential.

What s on offer?

This role offers the opportunity to gain broad practical experience within an accountancy practice, develop valuable client‑facing skills and build a strong foundation for a long‑term career in accounting.

You will benefit from working alongside an experienced team, expanding your knowledge across a range of accounting services and developing your confidence with modern accounting technology.

INDFIN