Trainee Accounts Assistant

Trainee Accounts Assistant

£28,000 + Training + Progression + Company Benefits

Chandlers Ford

Are you a Trainee Accounts Assistant or similar, looking to build a long-term career within a growing Chartered Accountants practice that offers hands-on experience, development and genuine progression opportunities?

On offer is the opportunity to join a friendly and expanding accountancy practice. Working as part of a close-knit team, you will gain exposure across bookkeeping, VAT, accounts preparation, client onboarding and compliance, with the optional opportunity to progress towards AAT, ACCA or ACA qualifications.

This varied role will involve supporting clients across a range of accounting and compliance services, including bookkeeping, VAT returns, annual accounts preparation and Companies House submissions. You will work with accounting platforms, including Xero, QuickBooks, while developing your technical knowledge within a supportive and professional environment.

This role would suit an aspiring Accounts Assistant who is looking to further develop their skills and progress their career within a modern and growing firm.

The Role:

• Data entry, bookkeeping and maintaining client records
• Client onboarding, communications and handling general enquiries
• Working with cloud accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks and Apron
• Full training and professional development opportunities
• Hybrid working and flexible hours

The Person:

• Previous experience within a UK accountancy practice
• Looking to progress professionally and develop new skills
• Commutable to Chandler’s Ford

Reference: BBBH25761A

Keywords: Accounts Assistant, Trainee Accountant, Practice Accountant, Bookkeeping, VAT, Accounts Preparation, Xero, QuickBooks, AAT, ACCA, ACA, Accountancy Practice, Chandler’s Ford, Eastleigh, Southampton

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications and skill set.

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