Trainee Accountant

The British Standards Institution (BSI); England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading standards organization in the UK is seeking a Trainee Accountant to join their Regulatory Services Finance team. This role offers recent graduates a chance to start a career in Financial Analysis and Accountancy, with responsibilities including preparing management accounts and providing financial insights. You'll work towards a professional accountancy qualification while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

27 days’ annual leave

Paid sick leave

Health insurance

Life insurance

Pension plan with company contribution

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or career transition from Accounts Payable or Receivable.
• Ability to organise, prioritise workloads, and meet deadlines.
• Experience with other business intelligence tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end management accounts and process accounting transactions.
• Support budget, forecast, and variance analyses.
• Provide financial insight and reporting to stakeholders.
• Assist with balance sheet reporting and adherence to financial controls.
• Support project teams with cost planning, tracking, and reporting.

Skills

High accuracy and attention to detail

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Excellent communication

Proficient in Excel

Desire to qualify in CIMA, ACA, ACCA, AAT, or equivalent

Job description

We exist to create positive change for people and the planet. Join us and make a difference too!

Job Title: Trainee Accountant, Regulatory Services
Location: United Kingdom (Milton Keynes office - in-office once a week, Wednesdays)

Overview

This role is perfect for a recent graduate looking to start a career in Financial Analysis and Accountancy, or for someone seeking a career transition from Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable. BSI is seeking a Trainee Accountant to join our Regulatory Services Finance team. You will support both corporate and project finance activities, gaining broad exposure to financial processes and reporting across the business. This is an excellent opportunity to work towards a professional accountancy qualification while contributing to meaningful financial decision-making. The role requires attendance at our Milton Keynes office at least once a week on Wednesdays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end management accounts and process accounting transactions.
• Support budget, forecast, and variance analyses.
• Provide financial insight and reporting to stakeholders for performance management.
• Assist with balance sheet reporting and adherence to financial controls.
• Support project teams with cost planning, tracking, and reporting.
• Analyze project variances and financial risks against business cases.
• Develop and maintain cost tracking and reporting processes.
• Communicate cost commitments and plans to finance and FP&A teams.
• Create bespoke financial reports as required.
• Provide cover for other Finance team members when needed.

To Be Successful in This Role You Will Have

• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Team player with excellent communication and a positive, proactive attitude.
• Ability to organise, prioritise workloads, and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Excel; experience with other business intelligence tools is a plus.
• Desire to qualify in CIMA, ACA, ACCA, AAT, or equivalent.

Benefits

Grow your career and expand your skills and knowledge. At BSI, we offer opportunities to work across industries and across the globe. You'll benefit from the different perspectives and experiences of your international colleagues, as well as ongoing training and development. We offer flexible working, 27 days’ annual leave, paid sick leave, bank holidays, health insurance, life insurance, pension plan with company contribution, car allowance (dependent on role), income protection, paid maternity leave, paid paternity leave, paid parental leave, adoption leave, compassionate leave, paid bereavement leave, learning and development opportunities, and a wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.

D&I Policy

The world needs fresh thinking and new perspectives to tackle its biggest challenges. It's why, at BSI, we’re committed to creating a collaborative environment where everyone can contribute. Whatever your background, experience or outlook, here you can be your best self and do your best work. If you have a disability or a health condition, please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.

BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.