Our leading Douglas-based Accounting practice is seeking a Trainee Client Accountant to join their accounting team - a mix of fully qualified and trainee accountants. You will enjoy full training, financial and study support toward an accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA).
As a Trainee Client Accountant you will be responsible for carrying out general accounting functions including preparing journal entries, maintaining balance sheet schedules/ledgers, bank reconciliations, preparing VAT returns and management accounts. Wider duties will include:
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Prepare journal entries and complete general ledger operations
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Monthly closings and preparation of monthly and quarterly reports
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Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts
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Assist in the production of monthly financial reports
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Assist in the preparation of tax computations and VAT returns
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Account/bank reconciliations
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Build relationships with clients
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Follow internal financial controls and procedures
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Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
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Assist in the preparation of annual statutory financial statements
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Assist with year-end closings for clients
The ideal candidate for the role of Trainee Client Accountant will be:
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Experience of working within an office environment would be ideal
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Familiarity with Microsoft Excel
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Minimum of 2 A' levels or equivalent qualifications (including mathematics)
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Be organised and efficient, with attention to detail
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Be task oriented and analytical