We are a successful and forward-thinking practice in search of a trainee accountant to join our team. Many of the existing partners in the practice have trained with firm, which highlights the career prospects. Also check out our Ashmole Apprenticeship Scheme page on the website for information on our annual intake of trainee accountants.
Job Summary:
Ensuring all clients are provided with an excellent service, meeting their deadlines, and supporting day to day queries that clients may have.
You will be part of a team processing clients’ accounts, tax returns, VAT returns and company secretary duties. The role demands accuracy and attention to detail.
With the support of colleagues, you will ensure the smooth running of clients' accounting systems.
Accountability & Activities:
Bookkeeping - mainly using Quickbooks, Xero and Sage to perform reconciliations of clients' accounts data to enable production of VAT Returns and management accounts.
Completing limited company confirmation statements, with the support of colleagues.
Client contact in regard to day-to-day questions and queries.
Qualifications, Training & Experience:
· Strong analytical, problem solving and issue resolution abilities with an eye for detail
· Excellent decision making and judgement skills
· Excellent written and oral communication skills
· Proven ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure
· An organised and flexible approach to work
· Strong knowledge of Excel and Word; experience of working with financial systems (especially Iris, Quickbooks and Xero) an advantage.
· Excellent accounting skills including a solid grasp of taxation for individuals and small companies
· Ability to work in a small team and take ownership of tasks
Education:
9 GCSEs at Grade B or above in the majority of subjects (in particular Maths)
or
3 A Levels (or equivalent) at grade B or above
or
Be studying a degree with a predicted completion grade of 2:2 or above
or
hold a degree at grade 2:2 or above
Training: Fully funded training package offered in addition to basic salary.
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week
Please send your CV to: ashmolehr@ashmole.co.uk
The closing date for the 2025 Apprenticeship Scheme is the 31st March 2025.