Trainee Financial Accountant

WTW; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Ipswich is seeking an enthusiastic individual for a full-time role in finance. The successful candidate will support revenue control activities, assist with financial statement preparation, and contribute to audits, all while enjoying a hybrid working arrangement. Strong analytical and communication skills are required. This role offers the opportunity to pursue an ACCA qualification and benefit from comprehensive professional development, enhancing career progression prospects.

Qualifications

• AAT Qualified or recent graduate in Finance or Accounting.
• Desire to study towards full ACCA qualification.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational ability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Support the revenue manager with revenue control adherence.
• Assist with FCA CASS 5 client money activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational ability

Communication skills

Proficiency in Excel

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Education

AAT Qualification or recent graduate in Finance or Accounting

Desire to study towards full ACCA qualification

Tools

MS Office applications

Accounting Software

Hyperion

Job description

Description

This is an exciting role which involves a varied workload supporting the team with revenue control activities balance sheet reconciliations and opportunities to work with other stakeholders internally and externally. Its a role with good training and development and will involve an opportunity to study towards the ACCA qualification with then potential further opportunities for career progression in the future. This role is based in Ipswich with a hybrid working arrangement requiring a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.

The Role

• Assist with month-end and year-end financial close processes
• Support the revenue manager with revenue control adherence and ASC 606 related activities
• Assist with certain FCA CASS 5 client money activities and preparation of regulatory returns
• Support preparation of financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and FRS101
• Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations and investigation of variances
• Liaise with other onshore and offshore teams as required
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors during statutory and SOX audits
• Contribute to process improvements within the controllership function
• Other ad-hoc project work as required

Qualifications

• AAT Qualified or recent graduate in Finance or Accounting
• Desire to study towards full ACCA qualification
• Excellent attention to detail time management and organisational ability
• Ability to analyse complex or high volumes of data
• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Proficiency in MS Office applications particularly Excel
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Audit experience is an advantage

Equal Opportunity Employer

At WTW we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organization. We embrace all types of diversity.

At WTW we trust you to know your work and the people tools and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a hybrid style with a mix of remote in-person and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the team role and clients. Our flexibility is rooted in trust and hybrid is not a one-size-fits-all solution.

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers from the application process through to joining WTW please email

Required Experience

Intern

Key Skills

SRP systems, Financial Statement Preparation, Accounting Software, Hyperion, Financial Report Writing, GAAP, General Ledger Accounting, Accounting, Regulatory Reporting, Account Reconciliation, SOX, Financial Analysis

Employment Type : Full-Time

Department / Functional Area : Finance

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1