Trainee Accountant: Growth in FP&A & Ledgers

Seymour John Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Trainee Accountant to assist with financial processes and analysis. This entry-level position involves supporting management accountants, handling Sales and Purchase Ledger processes, and acting as a point of contact for IT services. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. The role offers the chance to study for professional qualifications like CIMA or ACCA while gaining valuable finance experience.

Qualifications

• Great communication skills for interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and ability to work accurately and quickly.
• Ability to develop relationships with key business stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to various finance processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the production of management accounts.
• Complete month end close procedures, including accruals and reconciliations.
• Provide operational support in specific areas as required.
• Support finance payments manager with ledger processes.

Skills

Great communicator

Attention to detail

Well organized

Tenacity

Self-motivated

Team player

Education

Desire to study for a professional qualification (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)

Tools

Excel

ERP platform

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Trainee Accountant to assist with financial processes and analysis. This entry-level position involves supporting management accountants, handling Sales and Purchase Ledger processes, and acting as a point of contact for IT services. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. The role offers the chance to study for professional qualifications like CIMA or ACCA while gaining valuable finance experience.