Trainee Accountant

Airport Placements; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated individual to join their team. This role involves 80% auditing and 20% accounts preparation, with a focus on professional development through AAT studies. Candidates should possess AAT Level 3 or 4 (completed or in progress) and strong double-entry bookkeeping skills. The position offers a collaborative and supportive working environment that fosters continuous learning and client engagement.

Benefits

Full apprenticeship support

Collaborative work environment

Dedicated training team

Qualifications

• Completed or in progress AAT Level 3; starting Level 4.
• Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping essential.
• Practical accounting experience and audit exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the audit team on various client work.
• Conduct audits and prepare accounts and tax returns.
• Represent the firm in client meetings, requiring a driving licence.

Skills

Double-Entry Bookkeeping

Client-Facing Skills

Team Player

Education

AAT Level 3 or 4

Job description

Overview

Our client are a long-established, forward-thinking accountancy practice looking for someone who has completed their AAT Level 3 or 4 to join our growing team. This position will be 80% auditing and 20% Accounts. You will be a key part of the audit team conducting audits, along with being responsible for preparing accounts, tax returns and filing records.

Whether you are part-way through Level 3, starting Level 4, or already working towards completion, this is an excellent opportunity to build your career in practice with full training, support, and a clear pathway to professional exams.

The Role

Work closely with our experienced team on a wide range of client work across accounts, VAT, tax, and audit.

Gain hands-on experience with audits (experience preferred), working as part of a team at client sites.

Assist with bookkeeping, accounts preparation, and client support across diverse industries.

Develop practical skills alongside your AAT studies, with a view to progressing to ACA or other professional qualifications.

Represent the firm in client meetings (a full, clean UK driving licence is preferred for travel).

What We're Looking For

• AAT Level 3 (completed or in progress) or starting Level 4.
• Double-Entry Bookkeeping: A strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping is essential.
• Some practical accounting experience (practice-based experience and audit exposure preferred).
• Client-Facing Skills: You should be confident, professional, and comfortable working with clients on-site.
• A team player who is keen to learn and develop a career in accountancy practice.

Training

Full apprenticeship support through to AAT completion and progression to professional exams.

Supportive Environment

Family-like culture with long-serving staff and a dedicated training team of AAT & ACA trainees.

Career Development

Wide exposure to industries including hospitality, recruitment, manufacturing, healthcare, charities, and professional services.

Teamwork & Mentoring

You'll never be sent out alone - we emphasise collaboration, training, and growth.