Trainee Accountant: Practice Growth & VAT

Anderson Knight; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson Knight is seeking a Trainee Accountant to join our growing finance team in Glasgow. You will work alongside experienced accountants, gaining exposure to a range of clients and accounting work while developing your career in accountancy.

The role suits someone with a foundation in accounting who is keen to learn, with opportunities to progress and study towards ACCA/AAT/ICAS. A year of practice experience is preferred, with strong Numerical skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Good foundation in accounting and a desire to learn and progress in the profession.
• Experience in an accountancy practice is desirable.
• Willingness to study towards a professional qualification (ACCA/AAT/ICAS).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication

Organisational skills

Numerical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Education

Accountancy qualification in progress (ACCA/AAT/ICAS)

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Anderson Knight is seeking a Trainee Accountant to join our growing finance team in Glasgow. You will work alongside experienced accountants, gaining exposure to a range of clients and accounting work while developing your career in accountancy.

The role suits someone with a foundation in accounting who is keen to learn, with opportunities to progress and study towards ACCA/AAT/ICAS. A year of practice experience is preferred, with strong Numerical skills and attention to detail.