Trainee Client Support

Take the next step in your accountancy career with an exciting opportunity at Scrutton Bland, a forward-thinking and well-established practice, and part of the wider Sumer Group. We are seeking a motivated and ambitious individual to join us as a Trainee Client Support. This opportunity would suit candidates with prior experience in an accountancy or finance environment who are ready to build on their existing knowledge. This role offers a strong combination of hands-on experience, structured training, and professional development, supporting you as you progress towards your chartered qualification. If you are detail-oriented, eager to develop, and looking to grow within a supportive and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will join a dynamic and collaborative team, where they will have the opportunity to combine their existing accounting experience with a fresh, innovative approach to client service.
• This role is well-suited to an individual who is keen to take the next step in their career, building on their technical knowledge while developing strong client relationships.
• You will be responsible for undertaking and reviewing accounts preparation work as directed, while playing a key role in delivering a high standard of service to a varied client portfolio.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for:
• Supporting the preparation and review of statutory financial statements, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to relevant accounting standards.
• Assisting with the production of management accounts, including analysis and commentary, as well as contributing to the preparation of financial forecasts.
• Providing support with tax compliance work, including the preparation of personal and corporate tax returns and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Collaborating with colleagues across the team to meet deadlines, share knowledge, and contribute to a positive and professional working environment.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• The successful candidate will:
• Be partway through studying towards their ACCA or ACA qualification or be AAT qualified as a minimum.
• Have work experience in a similar environment.
• Be able to analyse and interpret information.
• Be personable and enjoy building and maintaining client relationships.
• Be able to demonstrate their ability to use their initiative in the application and use of technology.
• Be competent using Microsoft Office and ideally, have experience of Xero and other cloud accounting software packages.

Job Benefits

• We offer an attractive reward and flexible benefits package which you can tailor to suit your needs.
• Flexible working alongside a culture that promotes work life balance.
• Commitment to continued learning & development.
• 36 days holiday (including 8 bank holidays and 3 days Christmas closure).
• Option to purchase a further 5 days holiday.
• Life Assurance up to 4x salary and contribution towards the Firm's pension scheme.
• Access to our health cash plan (Health Shield) day one, where you can claim towards your dental, optical, health and wellbeing expenses - we believe health and wellbeing is so important.
• Employee referral scheme, paying up to £5,000 for a successful referral.
• Employee health and wellbeing program.
• Regular social and informal events within the organisation.