Trainee Accountant (Audit)

Protalent; Lewes; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable accountancy firm in Brighton is seeking a Trainee Accountant to join their Audit team. This position offers an opportunity to gain hands-on client exposure while working towards ACA/AAT qualifications. You will assist with audit engagements and support senior staff. The ideal candidate will be someone studying towards a relevant qualification and possess strong attention to detail and communication skills. The role comes with a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Auto enrolment pension

Cycle to work scheme

Free flu jabs

Non-contractual Birthday Leave

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Regular social events

25 days holiday + bank/public holidays

Qualifications

• Actively studying towards ACA or AAT.
• Ideally have 1 year of practical experience.
• Organised with strong attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with excellent verbal and written skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with audit engagements both in the office and at client premises.
• Support Audit Seniors and Managers with assigned work.
• Perform testing procedures and document audit conclusions.
• Communicate issues and solutions clearly and professionally.

Skills

Attention to detail

Confident communication

Problem-solving

Team player

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Actively studying towards ACA or AAT

Degree or A-Levels

Tools

Online accounting software

Excel

Job description

ProTalent are delighted to be working with a leading and growing accountancy practice in Brighton, who are looking to welcome a Trainee Accountant into their Audit team. This is a fantastic opportunity to start or build your career in audit, gain hands-on client exposure, and work towards a professional qualification in a supportive environment.

Salary: £25k+ (depending on exam progress)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9am - 5.30pm, with 1-hour lunch). Flexible working patterns may be considered (minimum 30 hours / 4 days).

Benefits include:

• Auto enrolment pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free flu jabs
• Non-contractual Birthday Leave
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Regular social events
• 25 days holiday + bank/public holidays

The Role

As a Trainee Accountant (Audit), you will:

• Assist with audit engagements both in the office and at client premises.
• Support Audit Seniors and Managers with assigned work.
• Perform testing procedures and document audit conclusions.
• Communicate issues and solutions clearly and professionally.
• Develop your technical and professional knowledge while working towards ACA or AAT qualifications.
• Stay up to date with relevant legislation and compliance requirements.

About You

The successful candidate will be:

• Actively studying towards ACA or AAT (with a degree or A-Levels).
• Ideally have 1 year of practical experience.
• Organised with strong attention to detail.
• A confident communicator with excellent verbal and written skills.
• A logical problem solver and strong team player.
• Comfortable using IT systems, particularly Excel and online accounting software.

What's on Offer

This role provides excellent training and development, with clear opportunities to progress within a reputable and expanding accountancy firm. You'll be joining a team that is recognised for investing in their people and supporting them from trainee level through to senior positions.