Trainee Management Accountant

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Staffordshire is seeking a motivated Trainee Management Accountant to join their dynamic finance team. This position is ideal for graduates or part-qualified professionals aiming to build their accounting careers in a supportive environment that offers study support and career progression. You will be involved in key financial operations and collaborate closely with senior accountants, laying the foundation for professional growth in the accounting field.

Benefits

Study support

Career progression opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

28 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Graduate or part-qualified (AAT/CIMA) required.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills emphasized.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Perform VAT Returns and bank reconciliations.
• Support financial reporting and budgeting processes.

Skills

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Excellent attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Education

Graduate or part-qualified (AAT/CIMA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

accounting software

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Trainee Management Accountant, Staffordshire

Location: Staffordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 107b9c91df3d

Job Views: 38

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

Your New Role

Are you ready to kick-start or advance your accounting career? Our client is looking for a motivated Assistant Accountant to join their small, dynamic finance team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for graduates or part-qualified professionals looking to grow in a supportive environment with study support provided.

As an Assistant Accountant, you will play a vital role in financial operations, ensuring accuracy in reporting, reconciliations, and budgeting. You will work closely with senior accountants and contribute to business decision-making through financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts
• VAT Returns
• Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations
• Support accounts payable and receivable functions
• Prepare financial reports and assist with budgeting
• Help with month-end and year-end closing processes
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support business decisions

Key Requirements

• Graduate or part-qualified (AAT/CIMA)
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Strong communication skills to collaborate within a small team
• Ambition to progress within the company

Why Join Us?

• Study support to help you achieve your qualifications
• Career progression opportunities within a growing team
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Flexible working arrangements available upon request
• Full-time working week - Monday through Friday
• 28 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Pension Scheme