Trainee Accountant

Darnell Services Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trainee Accountant to join their dynamic team in Exeter. This role provides a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career in accountancy, with comprehensive support for your ACCA/ACA qualifications. You will engage in a variety of tasks, from preparing accounts and bookkeeping to assisting with tax returns and administrative duties. The firm has a long-standing reputation for nurturing successful accountants and offers a supportive environment for professional growth. If you're eager to learn and develop your skills in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Extra holiday day at Christmas

0.5 days holiday after each year of service

Flexi-time

Access to a 24-hour helpline

Payment for one professional subscription annually

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs including Maths and English are essential.
• A desire to pursue ACCA/ACA qualifications is required.

Responsibilities

• Preparing annual accounts for small companies and partnerships.
• Conducting bookkeeping and assisting with tax returns.
• Supporting managers with administrative tasks.

Skills

Initiative and teamwork

Client relationship building

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

5 GCSEs grades 4-9 (A-C)

Relevant A Levels or University Degree

Desire to complete ACCA/ACA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location: Exeter, Devon

Contract: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week

Salary: National Minimum Wage

Closing Date: 30th June 2025

Job Description

We are recruiting for a Trainee Accountant to join our team in Exeter!

This role offers a great start in accountancy, supporting a practice with a long history of training successful accountants. You will assist managers and senior staff in delivering a range of accountancy services to clients. We will support your development as you progress through ACCA/ACA qualifications.

Role & Responsibilities

• Preparing annual accounts for small companies, sole traders, and partnerships
• Quarterly bookkeeping, including VAT return preparation
• Assisting with administrative tasks
• Contacting HMRC as needed
• Preparing basic Tax Returns
• Conducting bookkeeping for various business structures
• Gaining experience with company secretarial services
• Assuming increasing responsibilities and deepening technical knowledge
• Ensuring accurate and timely timesheet completion
• Supporting the team with administrative and basic accounts tasks
• Understanding the business and accountancy practice operations
• Maintaining an up-to-date training file

Desired Skills

• Ability to demonstrate initiative and teamwork
• Building good client relationships
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical skills and high-quality task execution

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs grades 4-9 (A-C), including Maths and English
• Relevant A Levels or a University Degree
• A desire to complete ACCA/ACA
• Additional benefits include 1 extra holiday day at Christmas, 0.5 days holiday after each year of service, flexi-time, access to a 24-hour helpline, and payment for one professional subscription annually

Locations

Newton Abbot (Head Office): Darnells, a trusted accountancy firm providing financial support for over 80 years.

Exeter: Darnells, a dynamic accountancy firm in the Southwest.

Address: 3rd Floor, The Forum, Barnfield Road, Exeter, Devon, EX1 1QR

Totnes: Darnells, serving the Southwest for over 80 years.

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