At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist clients with financial strategies and prepare accounts for review.
- Company: Join striveX, a values-driven accounting firm focused on growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work, and tailored study support.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression and continuous growth.
- Why this job: Gain client contact and develop your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: 3-5 years practice experience and confidence in VAT returns.
The predicted salary is between 29600 - 37000 £ per year.
The commercial side of the business, helping clients with monthly and quarterly tasks and their financial strategy.
£29,600–£37,000 | Hybrid (1 day in office)
At strive X, we deliver trusted accounting and tax solutions to ambitious, values-led business owners.
We’re hiring a trainee/apprentice accountant for our Business Services function.
This role is ideal for someone who has a minimum of three years experience and is looking for more client contact.
You will have support from your peers, an Assistant Manager and Senior Manager.
- Services provided by the team
- VAT returns
- Payroll and pension
- CIS returns
- Basic Co Sec form filings
The opportunity
You will prepare client work and file returns for your manager’s review.
You will contact clients directly with supervision and support from your manager.
This role is best suited for someone that is looking for the next step in their training career, whilst retaining the support of a manager.
You will be responsible for
- Preparing accounts and returns through Xero and QBOL
- Ensuring the internal deadlines and tasks are met for your portfolio
- Liaising with a portfolio of clients
This is a semi-senior role for a person who is looking to develop their client communication skills.
- What we are looking for
- 3-5 years practice experience
- Confident drafting VAT returns and general bookkeeping
- For more senior roles we would expect experience with management accounts
- Ability to manage workflow, prioritisation and capacity
- Bring positive values to the team
You will not be suitable if
- You have not yet had any client contact
- You have no practice experience (i. e. industry, public or charity)
- You do not intend to study ACCA / ACA
- You are not looking for a full time role
- You would be continuing another finance role alongside this position
We are looking for someone who can develop through their exams and progress into managing their own portfolio.
- Our client base
- Founder-led, growth-focused businesses
- No audit, charity or agriculture
- Values-aligned clients
- Working pattern
- Hybrid: 1 day per week in office
- Manchester (M3 2BY), Stokenchurch (HP14 3FE) or Bristol (TBC)
- Flexitime
- Must live within 60-minute commute
- Valid UK driving licence
£29,600–£37,000 depending on experience and exams passed. Giving you the clear progression as you continue through your exams.
- Why this role is different
- More client contact than most trainee roles
- Study support bespoke to your learning requirements
- Continuous growth creating new opportunities
We invest in our team because we expect high standards in return.
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Business Services Accountant employer: striveX Ltd
striveX Ltd. is an excellent employer that fosters a dynamic work culture where autonomy and collaboration thrive. With a focus on employee growth, the company offers tailored training and development opportunities, ensuring that team members can advance their careers while enjoying a flexible hybrid working model. Located in vibrant Manchester, employees benefit from a supportive environment that prioritises client relationships and innovative financial solutions.
