Trainee Accountant – Grow with a Supportive Practice Team

Anderson Knight

Hamilton

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 26,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Anderson Knight is happy to partner with its client to recruit a Trainee Accountant to join our growing finance team in Glasgow. This is a good opportunity for someone who has already gained some experience within an accountancy practice and is now looking to develop their skills and progress their career.

You’ll work alongside experienced accountants and gain exposure to a range of clients and accounting work.

Qualifications

At least one year’s experience working within an accountancy practice.
Good understanding of basic accounting principles.
Studying towards or intending to start ACCA/AAT/ICAS.
Strong attention to detail and desire to learn.

Responsibilities

Assisting with the preparation of accounts for a range of clients.
Supporting the preparation of VAT returns and other routine financial information.
Assisting with bookkeeping and bank reconciliations.
Preparing basic journals and posting transactions to accounting systems.
Supporting year-end accounts and general accounting work.
Assisting with payroll and other client requirements where required.
Communicating with clients and dealing with routine queries.
Helping senior members of the team with more complex accounting work as your experience develops.
Keeping client records accurate and up to date.
Supporting the wider team with ad hoc work as required.