Accounts Trainee in Colchester

Role Overview

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual starting their career in accountancy to develop their skills and gain hands‑on experience in a supportive and professional environment. Working alongside experienced accounting and audit professionals, you will assist in delivering efficient and accurate accounting services to a varied portfolio of clients across different industries.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of client financial statements including:

• Detail client information on to in‑house accounting system using both manual and computerised data




• Prepare working papers to support financial statements




• Prepare fixed asset register




• Prepare summary of debtors, creditors pre-payments and accruals




• Prepare VAT reconciliations




• Post accounts to the system




• Prepare bank reconciliations




• Post financial information onto the in‑house accounting software




• Prepare both draft income tax computations and corporation tax computations

Prepare draft company corporation tax return computations

Assist in the preparation of management accounts

General administrative duties

Key Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• School leaver with 120 UCAS Points or Graduate with a relevant degree




• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written




• Ability to work as part of a team, yet also work using own initiative when required




• Excellent attention to detail




• Good computer skills




• Good organisational and administrative skills

Personal qualities we are looking for:

• Genuine care in building lasting bonds with clients and colleagues, treating every interaction with respect and integrity.




• Inquisitive mindset, always seeking smarter, more efficient ways to work - demonstrating the value of always moving forward.




• Pride in taking ownership of work, no matter how small the task, and commitment to delivering to the highest standards.




• Collaborative spirit, thriving in a supportive team environment and eager to share knowledge to achieve shared goals.




• Strong drive for growth and development, with enthusiasm to learn and progress through AAT qualifications.




• Proactive and adaptable approach, able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.




• Clear and confident communicator, able to explain financial information effectively and build trust with clients and colleagues.




• Positive and resilient attitude, viewing challenges as opportunities to learn and improve.

What we offer you

• Study support towards AAT professional qualifications




• 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.




• Workplace pension




• Life assurance




• Employee benefits scheme offering discounts from hundreds of retailers.




• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).




• The opportunity to be part of a collaborative and progressive team.

This is an office-based role, full time 38.75 hours per week.