Trainee Account Executive

💼 We\’re Hiring: Trainee Accountant | Stockton Heath | Hybrid & Flexible Hours

We’re on the lookout for a Trainee Accountant to join a brilliant accounting team based in Stockton Heath. This is a full-time role (37 hours a week) with flexible hours — core working hours are 9:30–3, and the rest can work around you. You’ll be office-based 3 days a week to start (for the first 2 months), then drop to 2 days in-office after that.

🕒 Hours: Full-time, 37 hours a week (flexible around 9:30am–3pm core)

📍 Location: Hybrid – office based in Stockton Heath 2 days a week (3 to start)

📆 Contract: Permanent

💰 Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 (depending on experience)

What you’ll be doing:

• Preparing year-end accounts and tax computations to draft stage and clearing review points
• Drafting personal tax returns
• Daily bookkeeping, maintaining accurate client records
• Preparing VAT returns and management accounts to draft stage
• Supporting your manager with client queries and ad hoc tasks
• Participating in quarterly client catch-ups, building strong relationships and offering valuable insights

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has 0–4 years of accounting experience
• Has AAT Level 2, 3, or 4 (or is working towards it)
• Is curious, eager to learn, and passionate about accounting
• Can explain financial info in a clear, human way – no robotic emails here!
• Works well in a team and wants to make a real difference to clients

📋 You’ll also need to show proof of right to work in the UK.

Perks include: hybrid working, flexible hours, gym membership, quarterly workcations (think Centre Parcs & Edinburgh), paid day release for studies, and a people-first team who genuinely support your growth.

Start date: ASAP.