Trainee Accountant

Pertemps; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established UK accountancy firm offers a Trainee Accountant role in Leeds, beginning in September 2025. The apprenticeship combines on-the-job training with AAT qualification support, providing a structured pathway for a rewarding career in accounting and audit. This opportunity is perfect for detail-oriented individuals eager to learn and progress in their professional journey.

Qualifications

• Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent.
• GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 4 (C) or above.
• Numerically confident and strong with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Learning how to prepare financial accounts and analyze financial data.
• Supporting audit and accounts teams on client engagements.
• Gaining hands-on experience in tax, audit, and general practice work.

Skills

Numerical confidence

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Education

A-Level (grades C and above) or equivalent

GCSEs in Maths and English (grade 4 or above)

Job description

“Trainee - a person undergoing training for a particular job or profession.”

An established and fast-growing top 25 UK accountancy and advisory firm is offering an excellent opportunity for a Trainee Accountant to join their audit and accounts team in Leeds from September 2025.

You’ll begin your career on a structured apprenticeship pathway, combining on-the-job training with study support for your AAT Level 3 & 4 qualification. With a clear progression route and continued support, this role is ideal for someone looking to build a long-term future in accountancy, audit, or tax.

As the Trainee Accountant, you will be:

• Learning how to prepare financial accounts and analyse financial data.
• Supporting the audit and accounts teams on client engagements.
• Gaining hands-on experience in tax, audit, and general practice work.
• Learning to navigate accounting systems and software (Excel, cloud platforms).
• Building professional client relationships and providing excellent service.
• Supporting the day-to-day running of the office where needed.

Who We're Looking For:

• Educated to A-Level standard (grades C and above) or equivalent.
• Have GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 4 (C) or above.
• Strong with Microsoft Excel and numerically confident.
• Detail-oriented, well-organised, and eager to learn.
• Friendly, professional and a strong team player.
• Proactive, with good communication skills.
• In possession of a full UK driving licence (or working towards obtaining one).

Those who demonstrate strong performance may have the opportunity to continue their development with the ICAEW ACA Chartered Accountant qualification in the future.

Ready to take your first step into a rewarding career in accountancy? Click on “apply” as soon as possible.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.