Junior Accountant jobs in United Kingdom

Trainee Accountant

VN1656

Permanent

N/A

Stockport

United Kingdom

Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 2500 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.

We're looking for a Trainee Accountant to join our Stockport office. This role is ideal for someone currently studying AAT Level 3 or Level 4 (or equivalent) and looking to build on their existing experience in an accountancy practice. You will work alongside experienced professionals, developing your technical and client-facing skills in a supportive and collaborative environment - with clear progression opportunities as you advance through your studies.

• Preparing accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
• Assisting with tax returns and VAT filings
• Performing bookkeeping and reconciliations
• Supporting payroll processing
• Communicating with clients and preparing financial reports
• Using cloud-based accounting systems and Microsoft Office tools

• 1-2 years' experience working in an accountancy practice
• Currently studying AAT Level 3 or 4 (or equivalent)
• Good working knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office tools

• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to work
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A driving licence and access to a car is preferred

Hybrid

Competitive

• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas*
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform
• Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:
• PMI single or family
• Critical Illness Cover
• Cash plan
• Cycle to work
• Eye care
• Dental

*subject to exceptions and business needs