Trainee Accountant — Start Career in Audit & Tax

EQ Accountants, part of the Sumer Group; Inverness; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full study support

Paid study leave

Course fees

Buddy and mentoring

Group-wide cohort training

Career growth opportunities

Exposure to diverse clients

Job summary

EQ Accountants, part of the Sumer Group, in Inverness, invites applications for an Early Careers Trainee Programme. You will start a 35-hour week, working with Audit, Accounts or Tax, gaining hands-on client experience while undertaking professional study (AAT/ICAS/ATT).

The programme blends practical work with study, offering paid study leave and strong mentoring, with a clear path to qualification and career growth within the Sumer Group.

Qualifications

• Strong A-Level or equivalent academic history with English C and Maths B at National 5 (or equivalent).
• Clear communication with clients and colleagues is essential.
• Team player who can balance study and work commitments.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in Audit, Accounts or Tax across a range of clients.
• Prepare accounts, support audits, or provide insightful tax and business advice.
• Work directly with clients and contribute to projects as confidence grows.

Skills

Effective communicator

Collaborative

Time efficient

Problem solver

Results focused

Keen to learn

Education

A-Level or equivalent (English C, Maths B at National 5)

Job description

EQ Accountants, part of the Sumer Group, in Inverness, invites applications for an Early Careers Trainee Programme. You will start a 35-hour week, working with Audit, Accounts or Tax, gaining hands-on client experience while undertaking professional study (AAT/ICAS/ATT).

The programme blends practical work with study, offering paid study leave and strong mentoring, with a clear path to qualification and career growth within the Sumer Group.