Trainee Accountant

Venture Recruitment Partners; Southampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in Southampton is looking for a Trainee Accountant to join their team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for passionate individuals to develop their career in accountancy with comprehensive support and mentorship. Responsibilities include assisting with client accounts, bookkeeping, and preparation of VAT returns, while also gaining exposure to various accounting tools.

Qualifications

• Proactive and highly organized individual with strong desire for learning.
• Prior experience in an accountancy practice preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of client accounts for various business types.
• Support senior accountants with bookkeeping and VAT returns.
• Help prepare personal and corporate tax computations.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

The Role:

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated individual looking to launch a rewarding career in accountancy? We are seeking a Trainee Accountant to join an established local firm and embark on a journey towards becoming a qualified professional.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a genuine passion for numbers and a desire to learn within a supportive and collaborative environment.

What you'll do:

• Assist with the preparation of client accounts for a diverse portfolio of businesses (sole traders, partnerships, limited companies).
• Support senior accountants with bookkeeping, including bank reconciliations, nominal ledger maintenance, and journal entries.
• Help prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Contribute to the preparation of personal and corporate tax computations.
• Learn to use various accounting software packages and digital tools.
• Assist with general administrative tasks to support the efficient running of the practice.

Who we're looking for:

• A proactive and highly organised individual with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, for interacting with colleagues and clients.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• A strong desire for continuous learning and professional development (study support will be provided).

Experience:

Some prior experience in an accountancy practice would be ideal, as it would provide a valuable head start. However, we also welcome applications from individuals with other relevant accounting experience (e.g., accounts assistant roles in industry, bookkeeping, or finance administration) who are eager to transfer their skills and learn the nuances of practice. Full training and mentorship will be provided.

Salary and Benefits:
£18,000-£28,000

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

We will consider all qualified applications for this position. Chilworth Partnership / Venture Recruitment Partners does not discriminate against disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected under the Equality Act 2010.

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