Graduate Trainee Accountant in Harrogate
Posted by Castle Employment
£28,000 – £30,000 a year
Harrogate · Permanent
Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 DOE | Full-Time | Flexible Hours
Are you a recent graduate in Accounting, Finance, Mathematics or a similar subject, looking to kick-start your career in accountancy?
Have you gained some experience or exposure to finance through a placement, internship, part-time role or previous employment?
We are working with a well-established, independent accountancy practice in Harrogate that is looking for an enthusiastic Graduate Trainee Accountant to join its friendly and supportive team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience across accounts, audit and tax whilst working towards your ACA qualification.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary of £26,000 – £30,000 depending on experience
- Full ACA study support, including time off for courses and exams
- Flexible working hours
- Paid overtime or time off in lieu (TOIL)
- Private medical scheme
- Death in service benefit
- 20 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
- Friendly, relaxed and supportive working environment
- Exposure to a varied portfolio of clients and accountancy services
- Assist with preparing accounts for a range of clients
- Support audit assignments and gain practical audit experience
- Assist with tax returns and compliance work
- Support bookkeeping and other general accountancy tasks
- Work alongside experienced accountants and learn from the wider team
- Develop your technical knowledge whilst studying towards your ACA qualification
- Build relationships with clients and provide professional support
- A degree in Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, Business or a related subject
- Some previous exposure to finance or accountancy, whether through work experience, internships, placements or employment
- A genuine interest in building a career within accountancy practice
- Enthusiasm to study towards the ACA qualification
- Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail
- Good communication skills and a willingness to learn
- A positive attitude and ability to work well within a small, supportive team
Based in Harrogate, this position is easily commutable from Knaresborough, Ripon, Wetherby, Boroughbridge and surrounding areas.
Apply now to start your accountancy career with a firm that will support your professional development, or contact Castle Employment for a confidential discussion.
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