We are looking to recruit a Trainee Accountant responsible for the following:
To develop a high-potential early-career individual into a well-rounded accounting and finance professional through structured training, hands-on experience, and academic study. This role is designed for an ambitious college leaver seeking an alternative to university, providing a strong foundation across core finance functions within an industry environment
Working closely with the Financial Controller, the role supports the delivery of accurate financial processes while building technical knowledge, attention to detail, and professional skills. Over a three-year training contract, the postholder will study towards the AAT qualification, gaining broad exposure to accounting activities across the Group
The role aims to nurture a motivated individual who can contribute effectively both independently and as part of a team, with a clear pathway to increased responsibility, further professional qualifications, and progression to a fully qualified Accountant
Role Responsibilities:
Perform daily Group bank transfers in-line with Group banking arrangements
Produce weekly Company and Group cash reconciliations and cashflow forecasts
Perform credit checks on potential customers and liaise with sales teams resolve any queries
Responsibility for all aspects of the Group’s Fleet management company’s management accounts, including processing despatches, raising sales invoices, recording purchase invoices, recording prepayments and accruals and the preparation of the management accounts
Assist with the preparation of the management account for all other Group companies, including calculating and recording monthly accruals and prepayments, along with providing cover for sales and purchase ledgers
Assist with year end, including preparing information for our auditors and tax advisors and working with them to resolve any queries
Monitor call logging system for the Group’s accounting system (COINS) and delegate and respond to queries and requests received as necessary
Support the Financial Controller and Financial Accountant and the wider finance team with a variety of ad hoc tasks and projects
Training:
Training will be on site and day release at college
Training Outcome:
Progress to further training and qualifications
Employer Description:illington Holdings Plc is a leading UK-based structural steel and engineering group with over 75 years of industry experience. The company specialises in structural steelwork, steel stair solutions, safety systems, protective coatings, and site hoarding solutions, delivering high-quality projects across sectors including commercial, education, infrastructure, healthcare, and industrial construction.Working Hours :Monday - Thursday, 8.30am - 5.00pm and Friday, 8.30am - 3.45pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working....Read more...
Assisting with bookkeeping and maintaining accurate financial records
Supporting payroll preparation and processing
Helping prepare and submit VAT returns
Assisting with self-assessment tax returns for clients
Answering telephone calls and dealing with client enquiries professionally
Providing administrative support to senior accountants
Using accounting software to input and manage financial information
Organising client documents and maintaining confidential records
Assisting with accounts preparation and general office duties
Communicating with clients by phone and email
Learning accounting procedures and supporting the wider team with day-to-day tasks
Training:Assistant Accountant Level 3.
The apprentice will receive full training and support throughout their apprenticeship. Most of their training will take place within the office, working alongside experienced accountants and learning practical skills such as bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, and client communication. They will gain hands-on experience in a professional working environment while being supported by senior members of the team. In addition, the apprentice will attend college one day per week to study towards their accounting qualification, helping them develop both their technical knowledge and practical workplace skills.Training Outcome:AAT level 2/3 and continue on to the next level until fully qualified.Employer Description:Brown & Rear Accountants are a professional and approachable accountancy firm based in Sheffield, supporting businesses and individuals across South Yorkshire with a wide range of financial services. Our firm specialises in accountancy, bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, tax planning, and support for limited companies and self-employed clients. Known for our friendly, responsive service and clear advice, Brown & Rear Accountants aims to help clients manage their finances efficiently while allowing them to focus on growing their business.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm with time off to attend college when needed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Willingness to learn,Time management,Professional Manner,Word and Excel skills,Handle Confidential data,Reliable and hardworking,Meet deadlines....Read more...
Start your career with one of the UK's leading accountancy networksUHY is a growing and successful international network of accountancy firms spanning 95 countries, with the UK group being a top 25 firm with over 20 offices across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.Our Birmingham office, established in 1989, is located in the heart of the Jewellery Quarter, just a short walk from the city centre and the Jewellery Quarter train station.Our partners in Birmingham are supported by professional and support team members, with specialist teams spanning all areas of audit, accounting, tax, VAT, corporate finance and business advisory services.Helping you prosper is our purpose. It drives all that we do at UHY and our ethos is to always put people first. We have a collaborative, friendly, and forward‑thinking environment in our Birmingham office.We are now inviting applications for our Graduate Accountant and Auditor positions as part of our 2026 graduate intake.What we are looking forWe are looking for graduates who want to work for an ambitious firm who can demonstrate the following:Essential
Strong A‑level resultsAchieved or predicted 2:1 or higher at degree levelFull UK driving licence
Desired
Preferably studying a mathematical, scientific, or numerically‑focused disciplineConfident communicator who enjoys engaging with clients and colleaguesExcellent organisational skills and strong attention to detailAbility to work effectively to deadlines as part of a teamFlexible mindset to work across a variety of sectorsMotivated both as a team contributor and independent workerWillingness to get involved in social eventsAmbition to progress within UHY
Why join UHY BirminghamA Competitive and Supportive Start
Competitive salary, reviewed regularly to reflect experience and performanceFully funded, face‑to‑face professional training to ensure you pass your exams and qualify as an accountantSpecialist in‑house training designed to accelerate your exam success and professional growthA clear pathway for progression, as outlined in The Rise and Rise of the Graduate Accountant (available on our website)Contribution into auto enrolment pension scheme
Diverse Client Exposure from Day OneOur client portfolio spans both the private and public sectors, offering exceptional variety and hands‑on experience. You'll work with:
Family and owner‑managed businesses from start‑ups to established enterprisesCharity and not‑for‑profit organisationsUK companies with international subsidiariesNHS bodies and other healthcare organisationsMulti‑academy trusts and schoolsHigh‑net‑worth individuals and familiesMajor consultancy assignments
Health, Wellbeing & Team CultureWe're committed to supporting your wellbeing and helping you build strong relationships across the firm through:
A fully funded Simplyhealth wellbeing package covering healthcare, dental and other servicesRegular fully funded social eventsTeam-arranged sporting events
How to ApplyPlease attach your CV to the link provided. ....Read more...
Accounts associate, learning the basics of accounting, bookkeeping, and tax. Large client base for potential future growth in to more complex areas in the business.Training:Advanced Diploma - AAT Level 3 Advanced builds on the knowledge gained in the Foundation level. If you work in accounts or have studied accountancy before, you may be able to start at this level. You’ll learn complex accounting techniques, and master a number of accounting disciplines including financial processes, advanced bookkeeping, final accounts and ethical practices for accountants. This level will encourage you to master more complex accounting principles in both Bookkeeping and Management Accounting. You’ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4. To pass this level you’ll need to study five units (also known as subjects), which are all mandatory. Four of the units are examined individually and there is also a synoptic assessment that you’ll take towards the end of the level, which incorporates the final two units as well as drawing on all of the other units you’ve studied at this level. The area you will cover include: Advanced Bookkeeping. Final Accounts Preparation. Management Accounting: Costing. Indirect Tax. Advanced Synoptic Assessment. The Apprenticeship standard details the essential Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours that somebody would need to demonstrate to be a successful Assistant Accountant, this includes, Business Awareness, Ethics, Communication, Embracing Change and Problem Solving. Apprentices will need to show they are competent in all the areas detailed in the standard when they take End Point Assessment. The Knowledge areas of the standard will typically be covered through completion of the AAT qualification. Skills and Behaviours are developed through workshops, e-learning, workplace training and practical experience provided ‘on-the-job’.Training Outcome:Growth is available all the way to partner level if there is ambition, provide support for AAT/ACA studies.Employer Description:We strongly promote a work life balance, staff work hard but are equally rewarded with extra time off, flexible working hours, flexible overtime arrangements (swap overtime for more holidays etc) salaries are good and plenty of opportunity for career progressionWorking Hours :Monday to Friday - Flexible - between 8.00am & 5.00pm, generally.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills....Read more...
Beyond Accounting are looking for a motivated Apprentice Accountant to join our team. You will initially support bookkeeping tasks using Xero and Apron, maintain accurate records, and communicate with clients to gather information and keep accounts organised
As you develop, you will progress to preparing VAT returns, CIS returns, company accounts, and self-assessment tax returns, with full training and support provided throughout your apprenticeship
Training:
Applicants should be keen to develop a career in accountancy and be able to attend weekly face to face/online-live teaching and self-study sessions for the AAT level 2 and Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship at FAR Accountancy Training in Askham Bryan, York
Apprentices will receive training and mentoring in the workplace to embed the duties, knowledge, skills and behaviour required by the Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard with training and development by FAR Training, through a combination of online-live / classroom-based lessons and self-study assignments
Training Outcome:
Beyond accounting are keen supporters of progression and growth and are strong believers in building the a UK based finance team. Beyond Accounting will support you in completing your level 2 apprenticeship
There will be opportunities for you to take on further responsibilities to develop and grow. There will be opportunities for you to progress onto level 3 and 4 apprenticeships in the future
There are also opportunities for us to support your studies into ACCA or CTA in the future
Employer Description:Beyond Accounting is a modern and growing accountancy practice that supports businesses with bookkeeping, tax, and compliance services. We pride ourselves on being approachable, supportive, and forward-thinking, using cloud-based software and efficient systems to deliver a high standard of service to our clients.We are committed to looking after our team and creating a positive working environment with opportunities for long-term career progression. Following successful completion of probation, employees benefit from 25 days annual leave plus time off at Christmas, birthday days off, critical illness cover, death in service cover, income protection, and access to Zurich Accelerate medical insurance.Working Hours :During probation (3 months) 9.00am - 5.00pm in office.
After probation: Flexible working. Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Ability to learn and adapt....Read more...
Assistance with the preparation and submission of financial accounts, tax returns, general bookkeeping, PAYE and VAT returns
Working with spreadsheets, digital accounting, manual records, bank statements and software
Liaising with clients via telephone and email in order to assist with their enquiry or to request information
General office administration duties
Plan workload to ensure efficient use of time and resources
Develop knowledge, skills and professional behaviours in line with the criteria within the apprenticeship standard
Training:Accounts or Finance Assistant (Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard):
An apprenticeship in accounting is split between employment with the firm and external studies, including:
Mandatory weekly day release at HoW College to either Worcester or Bromsgrove Campus
Additional work-based training developing knowledge, skills and behaviours related to your role
Training Outcome:On successful completion of the Level 2 Accounts / Finance Assistant Apprenticeship, you may be required to take one of the professional qualifications listed below, as chosen by the employer to be most relevant to the job role:
Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Standard
Level 4 Professional Accounting/Taxation Apprenticeship Standard
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Employer Description:We are a specialist accountancy practice who work exclusively with clients in the entertainment industry.
From self employed freelancers to larger limited companies, our clients come to us for the top quality service we provide.Working Hours :Monday- Thursday, 9.00am- 5.30pm and Friday, 9.00am- 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
To provide accounts & audit support to a busy Accountancy Practice.
Duties to include:
Assisting managers with a portfolio of clients
Preparation of annual accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
VAT Returns
Corporation tax returns
Personal tax returns
Partnership tax returns
Client Bookkeeping
Preparation of P11ds
Assisting managers with a portfolio of clients
Preparation of annual accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
VAT Returns
Training:This apprenticeship is a perfect match for someone without any accountancy or bookkeeping knowledge. On this programme they will learn the building blocks of the modern accountant. Not only will they grasp the fundamentals of bookkeeping, but we will help them develop those vital skills and behaviours to enable them to put their knowledge into action. If you’re new to accountancy and finance, looking to change your career into accountancy or have previously worked in an accounts department this level is ideal for you. You don’t need any prior experience working in accounts to study AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. There are no entry requirements, but you do need good maths, IT and English skills, and a willingness to learn.
You’ll learn a broad range of core accounting skills, including double-entry bookkeeping and basic costing as well as accountancy related business skills and personal skills.
You must successfully complete the following:
Introduction to Bookkeeping (ITBK)
Principles of Bookkeeping Control (POBC)
Principles of Costing (PCTN)
Business Environment (BESY)
Training Outcome:Progression in career/studies.Employer Description:At SMH Group, our mission is simple yet powerful – to give everyone we work with the confidence to grow and shape their future. Whether clients navigating complex financial landscapes or building their careers, we are driven by our core behaviours: caring and doing the right thing, being client-centric, and acting as one firm. We combine the personal touch of a local advisor with the expertise and reach of a national group. From Accountants & Business Advisors, Financial Services, Wills & Probate, Commercial Finance, Residential Mortgages and Corporate Finance, we leave no stone unturned. Together, we are on a mission to support our clients’ ambitions, simplifying their journeys, and uncovering opportunities they didn’t know they had. As we continue to grow as a regional accountancy firm, we stay true to what matters: looking after our people, exceeding client expectations, collaborating across teams, and always keeping that value of delivering ‘small firm feel with a large firm experience’.
At SMH Group, our core values are the foundation of how we work with each other, our clients, and our communities. They guide every decision and define what it means to be part of SMH Group.
1. Caring – Do the right thing
We look after our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. We act with integrity, empathy, and always aim to do what’s right. We support each other and understand that real success comes from genuinely caring.
2. Client centric – Go above and beyond
Our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We listen, we anticipate needs, and we strive to exceed expectations. Whether it’s offering proactive advice or spotting opportunities others miss, we empower our clients with the confidence to grow and shape their future.
3. One firm – supporting each other
We succeed as a team. Collaboration across each of our advisory and accountancy firm offices, service lines, and expertise is how we deliver the best for our clients and each other. We share knowledge, celebrate achievements together, and always put ‘we before I’.Working Hours :Days and shifts TBC.Skills: IT skills,Communication skills,Organisation skills....Read more...
Duties will include:
Bookkeeping
Reconciling bank accounts
VAT returns
Assisting with month-end procedures and management reporting
Assisting with preparation of year-end accounts
Training:Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3 – AAT.
This Level 3 programme builds on the foundations for entry level talent to support growth within an Accountancy and Finance function.
Employees on this apprenticeship will ensure an Accountancy and Finance practice performs in the most effective way. It includes the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and provides the opportunity for them to support the business with essential skills and behaviours to drive results.
You will learn how to prepare financial statements for Sole Traders and Partnerships, the importance of management accounting information, and how to prepare VAT returns. You’ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4.
To pass this level you will need to study the following four units:
Financial Accounting; Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS)
Management Accounting Techniques (MATS)
Tax Processes for Business (TPFB)
Business Awareness (BUAW)
Training Outcome:The business is built to support employees progress through AAT and ACCA, with increasing responsibility and opportunities for development as they progress through their studies.Employer Description:At Sytrus, we believe in providing start-ups and SMEs with a personalised financial strategy to equip you for your next phase of growth. Our approach combines implementing leading technology with bespoke services, ensuring that every financial solution is as unique as your business. From bookkeeping to strategic planning, our services are designed to unlock sustainable growth, ensuring you have a partner fully invested in your success. We offer a comprehensive suite of financial expertise, strategic insights, and the freedom to focus on your core business, all while keeping your financial strategy aligned with your evolving business goals.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental....Read more...
Job duties include:
Over 5 or 6 years, you will study towards becoming a qualified accountant and during this time you will.
Gain practical experience and valuable skills whilst bringing your studies to life.
Be part of a team supporting the day-to-day operations and functions and get involved in interesting cases.
Use your insights and skills to analyse financial information and prepare statutory reports and documents.
Communicate with key stakeholders, such as Accountants and Solicitors, on formal insolvency matters.
Gain knowledge and experience of dealing with limited companies in financial sectors.
Distress from a wide range of industries and sectors.
Be predominantly based in our York office with a supportive team around you, occasionally working out on-site and in other offices.
What will we do?
We’re a growing and ambitious company, and we’re looking for people who can help shape our future. We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
We do this by:
Supporting you to fast-track your career and achieve your professional qualifications.
Providing on-the-job training and exposure to a wide range of industries and experiences.
Regularly checking in to make sure you’re meeting your personal goals.
Helping you grow by supporting you to learn new skills and build technical knowledge alongside your professional development.
Connecting you with other apprentices who are at similar stages of their career so you can support each other as you progress through your studies.
Give you the opportunity to build your network across our Group through our Colleague Networks, which could involve building your connections with local communities by using your volunteering day or perhaps promoting our industries at local schools.
Providing a competitive salary and a flexible benefits package.
Training:Advanced Diploma – AAT Level 3 Advanced builds on the knowledge gained in the Foundation level. If you work in accounts or have studied accountancy before, you may be able to start at this level.
You’ll learn complex accounting techniques, and master a number of accounting disciplines, including financial processes, advanced bookkeeping, final accounts and ethical practices for accountants. This level will encourage you to master more complex accounting principles in both Bookkeeping and Management Accounting.
You’ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4.
To pass this level you’ll need to study five units (also known as subjects), which are all mandatory. Four of the units are examined individually and there is also a synoptic assessment that you’ll take towards the end of the level, which incorporates the final two units as well as drawing on all the other units you’ve studied at this level.
The area you will cover include:
Advanced Bookkeeping.
Final Accounts Preparation.
Management Accounting: Costing.
Indirect Tax.
Advanced Synoptic Assessment.
The Apprenticeship standard details the essential Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours that somebody would need to demonstrate to be a successful Assistant Accountant, this includes, Business Awareness, Ethics, Communication, Embracing Change and Problem-Solving.
Apprentices will need to show they are competent in all the areas detailed in the standard when they take End Point Assessment. The Knowledge areas of the standard will typically be covered through completion of the AAT qualification. Skills and Behaviours are developed through workshops, e-learning, workplace training and practical experience provided ‘on-the-job’.Training Outcome:Everyone who joins starts as an apprentice – there is a clear pathway to manager and partner levels with support and training along the way. After completing your AAT Level, there are opportunities to progress to the next level.Employer Description:BTG is a leading UK advisory firm with a strong reputation in restructuring and insolvency. We invest heavily in early‑career talent, offering real responsibility, structured training, and long‑term career development.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Number skills....Read more...
Finance Director Designate | Spalding, Lincolnshire | £90,000 – £110,000 + BenefitsThe BusinessThis is a market-leading British business with more than three decades of heritage, operating from a world-class, purpose-built facility in Lincolnshire. It supplies some of the UK's largest retailers and has built its reputation on a genuine commitment to quality, innovation and sustainable operations.The business operates across two commercially distinct divisions. The first is established, operationally sophisticated and deeply embedded with its blue-chip retail partners - a genuine market leader in its sector. The second is where the next chapter is being written - a science-led platform with real commercial traction, developing specialist products a purpose-built, compliance-grade facility.Led by a founder-connected CEO who has been instrumental in building the business to where it is today, the company is at a genuine inflection point - strong foundations, serious infrastructure and clear ambition for what comes next.The OpportunityThis is a newly structured senior finance role, created to bring greater commercial depth and strategic rigour to the finance function as the business enters its next phase of growth.Reporting directly to the CEO and with full board exposure, the Finance Director Designate will lead an established finance team and take ownership of everything from day-to-day financial management through to strategic planning, investment appraisal and stakeholder reporting. This is a genuine stepping-stone role - for the right person, the path to full FD is clear and intended.The business operates across two commercially distinct divisions, each with its own dynamics, investment profile and growth trajectory. The person coming into this role will need to get under the skin of both, and be as comfortable in a commercial conversation as a technical one. What You'll Be Responsible For
Leading and developing the finance team, setting the standard for accuracy, pace and commercial thinking across the function.Owning the monthly management accounts, board reporting pack and all financial reporting obligations, ensuring the CEO and board have the quality of information they need to make good decisions.Driving the annual budgeting and forecasting process across both divisions, with a focus on meaningful variance analysis and forward-looking insight rather than retrospective reporting.Acting as the commercial finance partner to the CEO and senior leadership team - challenging assumptions, stress-testing plans and bringing financial clarity to strategic decisions.Managing relationships with the business's banking and debt partners, with a solid understanding of existing facilities and the discipline to manage covenant compliance and cash efficiently.Overseeing statutory reporting, audit, tax and compliance, working with external advisers where appropriate.Supporting the evaluation of capital investment decisions across both divisions, including business cases, returns analysis and post-investment review.
What We're Looking For
A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a strong track record at Financial Controller or Head of Finance level, ready to take the next step into a board-facing FD role.Someone who has operated in a business of genuine complexity - ideally with manufacturing, food production, life sciences, FMCG or similarly operationally intensive experience, though this is not prescriptive.A natural communicator who can translate financial complexity into clear, confident narratives for a CEO and board audience, and who is comfortable being the most senior finance voice in the room.A hands-on leader who takes pride in the quality of their team's output and invests in developing the people around them.Someone with the commercial instinct to look beyond the numbers and contribute meaningfully to strategic conversations, not just report on them.Comfortable with ambiguity and energised by a business that is actively evolving, rather than one where the path is already clearly defined.
Why This Role
A genuine FD designate position with a clear and credible progression path, not an indefinite holding pattern.Direct access to a founder-connected CEO who is deeply invested in the business and expects his senior team to be equally engaged.A business with real heritage, serious infrastructure and two growth platforms - one established and market-leading, one pioneering and still being built.A Lincolnshire base with a leadership team that values presence and collaboration.£90,000 – £110,000 depending on experience, plus a competitive benefits package.
How to ApplyThis search is being managed on a confidential basis. To find out more or to register your interest, please contact the IFF team directly. The business will be revealed at the appropriate stage of the process to shortlisted candidates. About IFF Talent:Imagine a recruitment partner that doesn’t stop at placing you in the perfect role - one that supports your personal and professional growth across your entire career journey.At IFF Talent, we believe recruitment should be relational, not transactional.Our slogan, "Beyond Recruitment" is our commitment to continue adding value long after the placement - whether you're hiring, exploring, or simply growing. INDHS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.....Read more...
