ProTalent are delighted to be working with a leading and growing accountancy practice in Brighton, who are looking to welcome a Trainee Accountant into their Audit team. This is a fantastic opportunity to start or build your career in audit, gain hands-on client exposure, and work towards a professional qualification in a supportive environment.
Salary: £25k+ (depending on exam progress)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9am – 5.30pm, with 1-hour lunch). Flexible working patterns may be considered (minimum 30 hours / 4 days).
Benefits include:
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Auto enrolment pension
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Cycle to work scheme
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Free flu jabs
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Non-contractual Birthday Leave
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Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
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Regular social events
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25 days holiday + bank/public holidays
The Role
As a Trainee Accountant (Audit), you will:
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Assist with audit engagements both in the office and at client premises.
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Support Audit Seniors and Managers with assigned work.
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Perform testing procedures and document audit conclusions.
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Communicate issues and solutions clearly and professionally.
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Develop your technical and professional knowledge while working towards ACA or AAT qualifications.
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Stay up to date with relevant legislation and compliance requirements.
About You
The successful candidate will be:
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Actively studying towards ACA or AAT (with a degree or A-Levels).
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Ideally have 1 year of practical experience.
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Organised with strong attention to detail.
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A confident communicator with excellent verbal and written skills.
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A logical problem solver and strong team player.
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Comfortable using IT systems, particularly Excel and online accounting software.
What’s on Offer
This role provides excellent training and development, with clear opportunities to progress within a reputable and expanding accountancy firm. You’ll be joining a team that is recognised for investing in their people and supporting them from trainee level through to senior positions.