Trainee / Part-Qualified / Newly-Qualified Accountant

Linked Accounting; Horsham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern Chartered Accountancy practice in Horsham is seeking a Trainee/Part-Qualified/Newly-Qualified Accountant. This role offers competitive salary, pension, and full study support. Candidates studying towards or recently completed AAT/ACCA/ACA are encouraged to apply. This position involves preparing accounts, completing tax returns, and assisting with client communications. A proactive and detail-oriented attitude is essential, with genuine opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Full study support

Career progression opportunities

Friendly modern workplace

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Experience in practice is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Completing Self Assessment and Corporation Tax returns.
• Assisting with VAT returns, payroll, and bookkeeping.
• Supporting client communications and internal processes.
• Involvement in advisory and project work.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Studying towards AAT / ACCA / ACA

Tools

Xero

Dext

Job description

Trainee / Part-Qualified / Newly-Qualified Accountant – Full-Time

Location: Horsham

Salary: £25,000–£40,000 (DOE) + Pension + Study Support

Are you an aspiring accountant looking to start your career, part-way through your studies, or newly qualified and ready for your next challenge?

Join Linked Accounting, a small but growing and modern Chartered Accountancy practice based in Horsham. You’ll gain hands‑on experience across a wide range of clients, working closely with a Chartered Accountant and developing both your technical and commercial skills in a supportive environment.

The Role

You’ll be involved in all areas of client work, including:

• Preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
• Completing Self Assessment and Corporation Tax returns
• Assisting with VAT returns, payroll, and bookkeeping using cloud systems (Xero, Dext, etc.)
• Supporting client communications, queries, and internal processes
• Getting involved in ad‑hoc advisory and project work as you develop

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £25,000–£40,000 depending on experience and qualification level
• Pension scheme
• Full study support
• Genuine opportunities for career progression as the firm continues to grow
• A friendly, modern workplace with direct client exposure from day one

Ideal Candidate

• Studying towards, or recently completed, AAT / ACCA / ACA
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles (experience in practice desirable)
• High attention to detail, good communication skills, and a proactive attitude.
• Keen to grow within a small firm where your work makes a real impact

How to Apply

Send your CV and a short cover letter to [e-mail], or apply directly via LinkedIn.

Please include your current qualification status and earliest available start date.

Important

• Work location: In person. Please only apply if you are able to commute to Horsham, RH12.