Trainee Accountant (Trainee Accountant)

Overview

Reference
Trainee Accountant

Salary
£26,000 - £30,000/annum

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- South West England -- Dorset -- Ferndown

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
23 July 2026


Trainee Accountant

Salary: Up to £30,000 (DOE) Full‑time | Permanent | 9am–5.15pm

 

A great opportunity for an ambitious Trainee Accountant looking to build a long‑term career in practice. You’ll work closely with the Client Director, support a busy portfolio, and gain hands‑on experience across VAT, accounts, tax, and client communication.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparing and submitting VAT returns, statutory accounts, and corporation tax returns

  • Reviewing client financial records for accuracy and compliance

  • Managing daily client queries and delivering excellent service

  • Communicating professionally via phone, email, and Microsoft Teams

  • Responding to internal and external email queries promptly

  • Maintaining internal control records and issuing client reminders

  • Representing company values in all client and colleague interactions

  • Working towards and exceeding KPIs and performance targets

 

What You’ll Need

  • AAT / ACCA / ACA (part‑qualified or qualified)

  • Minimum 1 year accounting industry experience

  • Experience using accounting software

  • Strong Microsoft Office and Outlook skills

  • Confident, eager to learn, and committed to developing your accounting career

  • Detail‑focused, organised, and adaptable

  • Strong communicator and supportive team player

 

Benefits

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays (buy/sell option)

  • Study support

  • Company pension

  • Free financial advice

  • Duvet days & dress‑down days

  • Regular company events

  • Staff incentives

  • Discounted gym membership

  • Cycle‑to‑work scheme

  • On‑site parking

  • Free monthly Friday lunch + weekly breakfast

  • Additional leave, sick pay, referral programme, private medical insurance


Contact information

Gemma Solez