Trainee Accountant Graduate Intake - 2026

Langham Hall Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fund administration firm in London is seeking a Trainee Accountant for its Graduate Scheme starting in September 2026. The successful candidate will receive structured training while gaining hands-on experience, aiming for ACCA qualification. Responsibilities include core accounting skills development and interaction with high-profile industry clients. Competitive salary and benefits including paid study leave and health insurance are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

24 days annual leave

Paid study leave

Health insurance

Discounted gym membership

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Ambition to train as a qualified accountant (ACCA).
• Genuine interest in the alternative investment industry.
• Solid numeracy and written English.

Responsibilities

• Learn core accounting skills from bookkeeping to complex financial statements.
• Interact with fund managers and investors in alternative assets.
• Prepare compliance reports and manage ad hoc accounting projects.

Skills

Core accounting skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Strong MS Excel capabilities

Ability to learn and adapt

Education

Degree at 2:1 or above (any discipline) or AAT Level 3

Strong academic background (three B grades at A-Level)

Job description

Overview

Trainee Accountant Graduate Intake - 2026 | Department: Real Estate & Private Equity | Location: London | Employment Type: Full Time

Langham Hall Graduate Scheme – Trainee Accountant. At Langham Hall, we provide fund administration and accounting services to some of the world’s leading alternative investment fund managers. The alternative funds industry covers private equity, debt, infrastructure, and real estate. Founded in 2006, we’ve grown to over 700 people across London, Luxembourg, Hong Kong, Singapore, the Channel Islands, and New York, administering more than USD 160bn of assets. We pride ourselves on exceptional client service and long-term relationships built on integrity, collaboration, and excellence.

Become a Qualified Fund Accountant. Our graduate scheme is designed to give you everything you need to train as a professional accountant. From day one, you’ll gain hands-on client experience while studying towards your ACCA qualification with full support from us. You’ll build a strong foundation in fund accounting and have a strong promotion route within a client service team. This role will start in September 2026. Learn more about Langham Hall by visiting: langhamhall.com

Key Responsibilities

What you’ll learn

• Core accounting skills: from bookkeeping to preparing complex financial statements and consolidations
• Interaction with the highest profile fund managers and investors in alternative assets
• Accounting for structures and investments in private equity, debt, real estate and infrastructure funds;
• Technical training on the impact of the latest accounting standards;
• Building financial models based on funds’ legal agreements;
• Managing a range of associated deliverables including compliance reporting, tax and ad hoc accounting projects;
• Learning how to manage a team including delegation and organisational skills; and
• Life skills such as leadership, communication and problem solving.

A supportive environment for your career journey

We are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where people of all genders, backgrounds, and identities can thrive. Whether you are set on becoming an accountant or are just beginning to explore the profession, we will apprentice you through structured training, guidance, and opportunities to help you reach your full potential.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• A degree at 2:1 or above (any discipline), or AAT Level 3 with strong accounts preparation experience
• Strong academic background — typically three B grades at A-Level (or equivalent) and good GCSE results
• Genuine interest in the alternative investment industry
• Ambition to train as a qualified accountant (ACCA)
• Confident with MS Excel and Word
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Solid numeracy and written English
• Curiosity, motivation, and a willingness to learn

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 24 days annual leave
• Paid study leave and fully paid course tuition
• Health insurance (after successful probation period)
• Discounted gym membership
• Pension of 5% employer - 4% employee
• Cycle to work scheme
• Numerous wellbeing initiatives