Trainee Accountant

Placr Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing organisation in Sussex is seeking Trainee Accountants to support their audit team. The role involves assisting with audit engagements while pursuing ACA or AAT qualifications. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, a high level of integrity, and the ability to work under pressure. The organisation offers several benefits including enhanced maternity pay and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Auto Enrolment pension

Cycle to work scheme

Free flu jabs

Non-contractual Birthday Leave

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Generous social events

Holiday 25 days + recognised bank & public holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year practical experience required.
• High level of integrity and ethical approach to work required.
• Well organized with the ability to work accurately under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist with completion of assigned audit engagements.
• Communicate identified issues with Audit Senior or Manager.
• Conduct assigned audit engagements as specified in the audit plan.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong team working skills

High level of logical problem-solving skills

Technically proficient in IT, highly competent in Excel

Education

Active studier towards ACA or AAT qualification

Job description

We are delighted to be recruiting for a fantastic growing organisation based in Sussex.

My client is looking for 2x Trainee Accountants to join and have a successful career with them.

Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours / 5 days per week, Mon to Fri. 09.00 - 17.30 with lunch taken 13.00 - 14.00. They may consider alternative work patterns. Due to current resource levels this will need to be a minimum of 30 hours / 4 days per week.

Job Description:

Trainee Accountants (Audit) will work alongside experienced audit professionals to learn the required procedures needed for an audit career whilst actively pursuing professional qualification and development opportunities to enhance your career. Trainees will be studying towards either an ACA or AAT qualification having either recently graduated or completed A Levels.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the completion of assigned audit engagements within the office and at client premises. Depending on assigned engagement, you will report to either the Audit Senior or Manager.
• Managing your own daily activities assigned to assist the Audit Senior during an engagement.
• Communicating identified issues with Audit Senior or Manager to ensure any concerns are addressed in a timely and effective manner.
• Conduct assigned audit engagements as specified within the audit plan
• Identifies and communicate issues raised, offering recommended solutions relevant to business and risk.
• Complete audit programs and conduct testing procedures relevant to risk and test objectives
• Obtain and review evidence ensuring audit conclusions are well documented.
• Always ensure adherence to all applicable department procedures and professional standards.
• Communicates to audit team and clients in a manner that is clear and concise ensuring high quality, timely, accurate and efficient results.
• Keep Audit Manager informed of work in progress.
• Compliance oriented with strong attention to detail.
• Providing support and research on policies and procedures in line with legal requirements.

Requirements:

• Minimum 1-year practical experience. Active studier.
• High level of integrity and ethical approach to work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Well organised with the ability to work accurately under pressure and manage work deadlines.
• Keen eye for detail.
• High level of logical problem-solving skills.
• Strong team working skills.
• Technically proficient in IT, highly competent in Excel and able to use online accounting software.

Benefits:

• Auto Enrolment pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free flu jabs
• Non-contractual Birthday Leave.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Generous social events
• Holiday 25 days + recognised bank & public holidays