Trainee Accountant - Apprenticeship & Client Exposure

Ellacotts Accountants; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellacotts Accountants offers an entry-level opportunity to join our practice and start a career in accountancy while studying towards a professional qualification. You will gain hands-on experience, work directly with clients, and receive support and training to develop into a trusted adviser.

From day one, you will prepare accounts from client records, assist with VAT and tax returns, build client relationships, and attend client sites as required, with employer-funded or apprenticeship routes

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent).
• Right to work in the UK.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Ability to travel to client sites when required.
• Living within commuting distance of the office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts from client records and information.
• Assist with VAT returns, tax returns and other financial reports.
• Build strong client relationships and communicate professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Support colleagues with client work and administrative tasks.
• Attend training and work towards achieving your professional qualification.
• Attend client sites where required.

Skills

Client communication

Teamwork

Integrity

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Ellacotts Accountants offers an entry-level opportunity to join our practice and start a career in accountancy while studying towards a professional qualification. You will gain hands-on experience, work directly with clients, and receive support and training to develop into a trusted adviser.

From day one, you will prepare accounts from client records, assist with VAT and tax returns, build client relationships, and attend client sites as required, with employer-funded or apprenticeship routes