Trainee Accountant

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ACA study support

Paid study leave

On-the-job training

Exposure to clients

Career progression

Friendly working environment

Job summary

IPS Group Limited in Harrogate invites applications for a Trainee Audit & Accounts to join a well-established accountancy firm. This role suits an A-level leaver or graduate seeking a long-term career with full training and ACA study support.

You will work with a diverse client portfolio, developing both technical accounting and audit skills while gaining practical experience and progression within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Strong numeracy and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills are important.
• Enthusiastic, committed and keen to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of accounts for a variety of clients.
• Supporting the delivery of external audits from planning through to completion.
• Carrying out basic tax computations and returns.
• Assisting with bookkeeping and general accounting duties as required.

Skills

Numeracy

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Enthusiastic

Keen to learn

Education

A-level or graduate

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Audit & Accounts to join a well‑established and highly regarded accountancy firm based in Harrogate.

This is an ideal opportunity for an A-level leaver or graduate looking to build a long‑term career in accountancy, with full training and ACA study support provided. You will gain valuable experience working with a diverse portfolio of clients while developing both your technical accounting and audit skills.

The Role Working closely with experienced members of the team, you will gain exposure to a broad range of accountancy and audit work, including:

• Assisting with the preparation of accounts for a variety of clients.
• Supporting the delivery of external audits from planning through to completion.
• Preparing basic tax computations and returns.
• Carrying out accounts and audit testing and investigating any issues identified.
• Assisting with bookkeeping and general accounting duties as required.
• Developing strong relationships with clients and gaining an understanding of their businesses.
• Working as part of a supportive team while progressively taking on more responsibility.

The Person The firm is keen to hear from candidates who are genuinely interested in developing a career in accountancy. You could be:

• An A-level leaver looking to start a career in professional services.
• A graduate with a relevant degree or a strong interest in accountancy.
• Someone with some previous office or accounts experience who is keen to progress.
• Strong numeracy, attention to detail and good communication skills are important.
• Most importantly, you will be enthusiastic, committed and keen to learn.

What's on Offer?

• Full ACA study support and paid study leave.
• Comprehensive on-the-job training and mentoring.
• Exposure to a wide range of clients and sectors.
• Excellent long‑term career progression opportunities.
• The opportunity to work towards a highly respected professional qualification while gaining practical experience.
• A friendly and supportive working environment in Harrogate.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an A-level leaver or graduate to launch a career in accountancy with a firm that will invest in their development and provide a clear route towards becoming a qualified accountant.

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Trainee Accountant

Company: IPS Group Limited Salary: £20,000 - £26,000 Hours: Full-time Location: Harrogate, HG2 0HF Job type: Permanent Posting date: 30 Jul 2026 Closing date: 28 Aug 2026

Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Audit & Accounts to join a well‑established and highly regarded accountancy firm based in Harrogate.

This is an ideal opportunity for an A-level leaver or graduate looking to build a long‑term career in accountancy, with full training and ACA study support provided. You will gain valuable experience working with a diverse portfolio of clients while developing both your technical accounting and audit skills.

The Role Working closely with experienced members of the team, you will gain exposure to a broad range of accountancy and audit work, including:

• Assisting with the preparation of accounts for a variety of clients.
• Supporting the delivery of external audits from planning through to completion.
• Preparing basic tax computations and returns.
• Carrying out accounts and audit testing and investigating any issues identified.
• Assisting with bookkeeping and general accounting duties as required.
• Developing strong relationships with clients and gaining an understanding of their businesses.
• Working as part of a supportive team while progressively taking on more responsibility.

The Person The firm is keen to hear from candidates who are genuinely interested in developing a career in accountancy. You could be:

• An A-level leaver looking to start a career in professional services.
• A graduate with a relevant degree or a strong interest in accountancy.
• Someone with some previous office or accounts experience who is keen to progress.
• Strong numeracy, attention to detail and good communication skills are important.
• Most importantly, you will be enthusiastic, committed and keen to learn.

What's on Offer?

• Full ACA study support and paid study leave.
• Comprehensive on-the-job training and mentoring.
• Exposure to a wide range of clients and sectors
• Excellent long‑term career progression opportunities.
• The opportunity to work towards a highly respected professional qualification while gaining practical experience.
• A friendly and supportive working environment in Harrogate.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an A-level leaver or graduate to launch a career in accountancy with a firm that will invest in their development and provide a clear route towards becoming a qualified accountant.

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