Audit Junior (ACA Training Contract)

Audit Trainee (ACA Study Support)
I am currently working with a well know firm of Chartered Accountants that is looking to hire ACA audit trainees to start in January.
The firm have an excellent client base that includes clients across a range of sectors including financial services, media, renewable energy, property, NFP and more. Clients you could be working on range from OMBs to SMEs and listed businesses.
You will receive excellent support towards your ACA ICAEW qualification which includes a structured study programme. This includes tuition and time out to study and take you exams which is all paid for by the firm. As you gain more experience and pass your exams your salary will also increase in increments.
The firm and the team are very sociable, whether that is drinks after work or company events throughout the year, it's not only a great place to work but also to meet new friends.
The Role:
All students are individually monitored and practical experience is wide ranging, offering genuine responsibility and the chance of personal achievement.
Assignments will include both audit and accounts work, with some being in the office and others at client premises.
With the support you will receive along with the excellent client base, this really is an excellent role to give you all the foundations you need for an exceptional career in accountancy.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting team with audit and accounts work.
• Carrying out accounting processes and controls to ensure the accurate production of information and document work performed to ensure appropriate audit trails are maintained.
• Providing guidance and ensuring appropriate accounting practices are adopted in the production of financial information.
• Preparation of statutory financial statements for limited companies.
• Preparation of partnerships and sole traders accounts.
• Maintaining and developing client relationships, both written communication and conducting face to face meetings.

Skills and experience:

• Strong analytical and research skills;
• Takes ownership of assigned tasks and adopts a pro-active approach;
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload;
• Ability to build relationships, and use own initiative;
• Demonstrates drive and commitment to self-development;
• An adaptable and sociable personality with the ability to confidently communicate at all levels, with clients and colleagues.

Requirements
A degree, ideally at 2:1 level however 2:2 with mitigating circumstances will also be considered