Trainee / Semi-Senior Accountant

Blusource Professional Services Ltd; Ely; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in the UK is seeking a Trainee/Semi-Senior Accountant to support clients with accounts preparation and tax computations. The role includes full study support for AAT qualifications and offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits including flexible work arrangements and ongoing training opportunities. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Generous pension scheme

Regular training

Sociable team activities

Qualifications

• Experience in accountancy practice is preferred.
• AAT studier or similar qualifications are ideal.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of accounts for clients.
• Manage bookkeeping and VAT returns.
• Prepare business tax computations and schedules.
• Advise clients on financial matters.
• Ensure high-quality client service.

Skills

Practice experience

Preparation of accounts

Bookkeeping

VAT returns

Business tax computations

Education

AAT Studies

Job description

Overview

Trainee / Semi-Senior Accountant - Practice Role (Full Study Support Provided)

We are working with a forward-thinking accountancy practice commutable from Cambridge, Ely and St Ives, who are looking to add to their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with practice experience who is keen to continue, or even begin, their AAT studies with full support provided. The firm are open-minded on level — an AAT studier could be ideal, but they are happy to shape the role around the right person.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of accounts
• Bookkeeping and VAT returns
• Preparation of business tax computations and associated schedules
• Advising clients
• General office duties to ensure clients receive a high level of service

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary, reviewed annually, with pay rises for each exam passed
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the office closed over Christmas and New Year
• Flexible working within core hours and occasional remote working after probation
• Generous pension scheme via salary sacrifice
• Supportive and friendly working culture with a strong emphasis on work-life balance
• Regular training to keep you up to date with accounting, taxation and technology changes
• A sociable team with summer away days, Christmas events and ad-hoc team lunches
• Clear focus on efficiency, innovation and valuing staff ideas
• The chance to work with an interesting portfolio of clients who are motivated and inspiring business owners

This role would suit someone who enjoys working in a supportive and collaborative environment, and who is keen to develop their skills and career within practice.