Trainee Accountant / Junior Accountant

Trainee Accounts Assistant / Junior Accountant | Manchester/ On Site | c£32,000 (depending on experience)

Are you looking to build a long-term career in finance? We're looking for a motivated and detail-focused individual to join our client's team in a junior accounting or trainee accountant capacity. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with some basic accounts experience who is keen to learn, develop their skills and progress into a more senior accounting position over time.

You'll receive hands-on training from an experienced Finance Manager, giving you exposure to all areas of the accounts function while developing the knowledge and confidence to take on greater responsibility.

The Role

Initially, you'll support with a range of day-to-day accounting duties, including:

• Posting purchase and sales ledger transactions.
• Checking invoices and cost sheets for accuracy.
• Assisting with reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.
• Updating and maintaining Excel spreadsheets.
• Processing supplier invoices and supporting payment runs.
• Assisting with accounts receivable activities.
• Helping prepare information for month-end processes.
• Filing financial records and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Supporting the wider team with administrative and accounting tasks as required.

As your experience grows, you'll receive training in more advanced accounting duties, with opportunities to become involved in reconciliations, journals, month-end reporting and management accounts.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has some previous experience within an accounts or finance environment.
• Has worked with purchase ledger, sales ledger or invoice processing.
• Is confident using Microsoft Excel.
• Has excellent attention to detail and enjoys working accurately.
• Is organised and willing to learn.
• Has good communication skills and enjoys working as part of a team.
• Is looking for a genuine career within finance.

What You'll Receive

• Full training and ongoing mentoring.
• Clear career progression within the finance team.
• Exposure to a wide range of accounting activities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to study towards AAT (if applicable).
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

This role would suit someone at the beginning of their finance career who is eager to learn and develop into a well-rounded accounting professional.