Trainee Accountant

TC Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Glasgow is seeking motivated graduates for a Trainee Accountant role. This full-time position allows you to work towards an ACCA qualification while gaining valuable on-the-job experience in accounting and auditing. Ideal candidates will have an accountancy or finance-related degree and possess strong attention to detail, excellent Excel skills, and strong communication abilities. The position offers a robust study support package, pension scheme, and a vibrant work environment.

Benefits

Study support package

Pension scheme

Group life assurance

Enhanced family leave

Social functions and events

Employee Assistance Programme

Regular training and development

Qualifications

• Recently graduated or due to graduate in 2026.
• Strong attention to detail is essential.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel is required.

Responsibilities

• You'll work towards an accountancy qualification (ACCA).
• Gain on-the-job experience in accounting, auditing, and analytics.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated

Drive and initiative

Education

Accountancy or finance related degree

Job description

Salary - £25,750

Hours - Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

Holiday - 31 days annual leave, increasing by one day per each year of service, after 5 years of continuous service (to a maximum of 5 days)

About the Trainee Accountant role

TC Alexander Sloan was established in 1867. We are proud to be one of Scotland's oldest accountancy firms and have recently joined TC Group, the fastest-growing top 20 accountancy firm in the UK, to strengthen our position in the market. We work in partnership with our clients, understanding their specific needs and creating a tailored service, backed by current technical expertise. We work across a wide range of sectors, and through integrating accounts, audit, tax and business advice we can provide you with the comprehensive service you need.

We have an exciting opportunity for graduates to join the team at our Glasgow office to start July 2026! You will be working towards an internationally recognised accountancy qualification (ACCA) and you'll gain valuable on-the-job experience with a highly respected accountancy firm.

We are looking for motivated and hardworking individuals who are currently in their final year at university or recent graduates with a relevant degree to join our vibrant audit team. We are offering a full-time three‑year training contract which will give you experience in accounting, auditing and analytics; the skills you'll need for a successful career in accountancy.

About you

We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:

• Recently graduated from university or due to graduate in 2026 with an accountancy or finance related degree
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel
• Able to reliably commute to the relevant office
• Self‑motivated and willing to succeed
• Highly personable with excellent communication skills
• Able to demonstrate drive and initiative

Full benefits available for the Trainee Accountant

• Study support package
• Pension scheme
• Group life assurance x 4 salary
• Enhanced family leave
• Social functions and events
• Access to our employee benefits portal – cashback and vouchers on everyday purchases
• Employee Referral Bonus – we're always looking for talented individuals to join our team
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular training and development – continuous development and support not only for your professional qualifications but also for your personal goals and aspirations

Deadline for application – Friday 6th February 2026

Selection Process

• We will shortlist candidates based on the appropriateness of their CV and Q&A.
• We will ask the shortlisted candidates to complete an online aptitude test; this will be sent via Canditech – our aptitude testing platform. During the aptitude test, we will ask the candidates to record a couple of video‑based questions and, in addition, to film a 3‑minute presentation on a given topic.
• Successful applicants will then be invited to an in‑person interview with our Staff Partner and Senior Audit Manager.

We can only accept applications from candidates who are based in the UK and unfortunately we are unable to provide sponsorship.