Trainee Accountant

Unify; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative start-up accounting firm in Portsmouth is seeking a Trainee Accountant to join their dynamic team. This exciting role offers the chance to develop core accounting skills while delivering high-quality services to clients. The ideal candidate will be studying towards an AAT qualification and have a strong desire to learn and grow professionally. With a competitive salary and a supportive study package, this opportunity promises not only professional development but also a chance to enjoy generous holiday benefits and team incentives. If you're eager to kickstart your accounting career in a supportive environment, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Study support package

31 days holiday including bank holidays

Option to buy additional holiday

Team holiday incentives

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Studying towards AAT qualification is essential.
• Experience in an accounting firm is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate small to medium-sized client accounts.
• Handle bookkeeping, including sales and purchase ledger.
• Support with bank reconciliations.

Skills

Bookkeeping

CIS Invoicing

Client Coordination

Professional Development

Education

AAT Qualification

Job description

Unify HQ are working exclusively with a start-up accounting firm based in Portsmouth. My client is looking for a Trainee Accountant to join the team on a permanent basis and will be responsible for delivering high quality services to clients whilst developing core accounting skills.

The Role:

• Coordinating small to medium-sized client accounts
• Handling all aspects of bookkeeping including sales and purchase ledger
• Registering subcontract/CIS invoices
• Supporting with bank reconciliations

Ideal Candidate:

• Previously worked within an accounting firm (desirable)
• Studying towards their AAT qualification
• Knowledge of subcontractor invoicing or CIS (advantage)
• Strong desire to learn and develop professionally

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Study support package
• 31 days holiday including bank holiday, increasing by 1 day per every year of service up to a maximum of 36 days
• Option to buy additional holiday scheme
• Team holiday incentives
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

If you wish to discuss this role in more depth, please contact Zoe Jones or apply now!

Unify HQ Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. If your experience matches, please forward your CV immediately. We thank all applicants who respond, but only those shortlisted will be contacted.