Trainee Accountant in Bexhill-on-Sea

Role: Trainee Accountant Location: Bexhill, East Sussex Hours: Full-time Pay: £24,700 per annum An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Accountant to join one of our longstanding clients, an established and growing accountancy practice, based in Bexhill. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or A Level leaver looking to begin a professional career in accountancy. You will support experienced Managers and Partners across a varied portfolio of clients while studying towards an AAT, ACCA or ACA qualification, depending on your chosen training pathway. Benefits: £24,700 per annum Professional study support towards AAT, ACCA or ACA qualification Excellent opportunity for a graduate or A Level leaver to begin a career in accountancy Hands-on experience across accounts, tax and bookkeeping Work alongside experienced Managers and Partners Exposure to a varied portfolio of clients Structured professional development and long-term career progression The Requirements: Minimum 2:1 degree or higher for candidates applying for the ACA or ACCA training pathway A Levels at A*, A or B, or equivalent Distinction*, Distinction or Merit grades in relevant subjects, for candidates applying for the AAT pathway Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organisation with the ability to work accurately to deadlines Excellent attention to detail Strong logical problem-solving skills Good team-working skills Confident using IT and digital systems Ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues Flexible, positive and responsive approach High level of integrity and professional ethics Enthusiasm for developing a long-term career within accountancy The Role: Support Managers and Partners with the preparation of statutory financial statements Work across accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders Assist with personal, partnership and corporation tax returns Provide bookkeeping support and accurately record financial transactions Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records Complete control account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies Carry out bank reconciliations Draft professional client correspondence, including emails and covering letters Support account submissions to HMRC and Companies House Assist with filing statutory and client account documentation Maintain accurate records of client communications across internal systems Use systems including IRIS and Outlook Accurately record time spent on client activities Maintain confidentiality and data security when handling sensitive information Keep up to date with relevant legislation and professional requirements Provide general administrative support where required If you're keen to join an exceptional team who can offer professional qualifications, hands-on accountancy experience and excellent long-term career development, then please apply to this Trainee Accountant role below or call Jamie Watson on (phone number removed) between 9:00am - 5:30pm