Trainee Accountant

LGS Vision Recruitment; Margaretting; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full study support AAT/ACCA/ACA

Career progression

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

LGS Vision Recruitment is offering an Apprentice Accountant role in the United Kingdom. You will gain hands-on experience in accounting, supporting preparation of client financial statements, bookkeeping, and basic tax returns while learning modern software.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented with strong MS Office skills, good communication, and a willingness to learn. Previous finance exposure is essential; study support for AAT/ACCA/ACA is provided, with career progression and 23 days

Qualifications

• Experience in accountancy or finance role is essential.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Good level of computer literacy, including Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of financial statements for clients.
• Supporting the team with bookkeeping tasks and data entry.
• Preparing tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Helping with audits and preparing reports for clients.
• Liaising with clients to gather necessary information.
• Learning and using accounting software to manage accounts efficiently.
• Contributing to ad hoc accounting tasks as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical ability

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

MS Office proficiency

Education

AAT/ACCA/ACA study program

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

We are excited to offer an opportunity for an Apprentice Accountant to join our team and gain hands-on experience in the world of accountancy. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for numbers and a keen interest in developing their accounting career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the preparation of financial statements for clients.
• Supporting the team with bookkeeping tasks and data entry.
• Preparing tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Helping with audits and preparing reports for clients.
• Liaising with clients to gather necessary information.
• Learning and using accounting software to manage accounts efficiently.
• Contributing to ad hoc accounting tasks as required.

About you:

We're looking for a motivated, enthusiastic individual with the following qualities:

• Strong attention to detail and a passion for numbers.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• A good level of computer literacy, including experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Previous experience in accountancy or finance role is essential.

Package:

• £20,000 to £26,000
• Full study support AAT / ACCA / ACA
• Career progression
• 23 days holiday + BH