Trainee Accountant - Assistant

ZEDRA Corporate Reporting Services UK Limited; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading financial services company as an Audit Assistant and kickstart your career in audit and financial reporting. You'll gain hands-on experience in statutory accounts preparation and audit fieldwork, with support for professional growth in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented graduate with a passion for finance.
• Desire to grow in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparing financial statements and completing working papers.
• Assisting in planning and executing audit procedures.
• Performing administrative tasks and client site visits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Graduate in Finance or related field

Job description

ZEDRA is seeking motivated graduates to join our Corporate Reporting Services team as Audit Assistants. This is an excellent opportunity to launch your career in audit and financial reporting within a dynamic and supportive environment. As an Audit Assistant, you will work closely with the whole audit team, gaining hands-on experience in audit fieldwork and statutory accounts preparation.

Your responsibilities will include preparing financial statements, completing working papers, and learning about auditing standards and financial reporting. You’ll assist in planning and executing audit procedures such as analytical reviews, substantive testing, and documentation. The role also involves administrative tasks like drafting letters and preparing iXBRLs, as well as occasional client site visits for stock takes and asset verifications.

You’ll be encouraged to develop key professional skills including time management, communication, and teamwork. This role offers a strong foundation in audit methodology and financial reporting, with clear progression opportunities and support for professional development.

If you're a detail-oriented graduate with a passion for finance and a desire to grow in a collaborative, client-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.