Trainee Accountant
Leeds
“Trainee - a person undergoing training for a particular job or profession.” An established and fast-growing top 25 UK accountancy and advisory firm is offering an excellent opportunity for a Trainee Accountant to join their audit and accounts team in Leeds from September 2025. You’ll begin your career on a structured apprenticeship pathway, combining on-the-job training with study support for your AAT Level 3 & 4 qualification. With a clear progression route and continued support, this role is ideal for someone looking to build a long-term future in accountancy, audit, or tax. As the Trainee Accountant, you will be: - Learning how to prepare financial accounts and analyse financial data. - Supporting the audit and accounts teams on client engagements. - Gaining hands-on experience in tax, audit, and general practice work. - Learning to navigate accounting systems and software (Excel, cloud platforms). - Building professional client relationships and providing excellent service. - Supporting the day-to-day running of the office where needed. Who We're Looking For: - Educated to A-Level standard (grades C and above) or equivalent. - Have GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 4 (C) or above. - Strong with Microsoft Excel and numerically confident. - Detail-oriented, well-organised, and eager to learn. - Friendly, professional and a strong team player. - Proactive, with good communication skills. - In possession of a full UK driving licence (or working towards obtaining one). Those who demonstrate strong performance may have the opportunity to continue their development with the ICAEW ACA Chartered Accountant qualification in the future. Ready to take your first step into a rewarding career in accountancy? Click on “apply” as soon as possible. You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful. |  |  |  |
Recruiter: Sheridan Maine London
Salary: £25,000 to £30,000 Per Annum
Reference: 387189507