Trainee Accountant
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Job Location:
North Shields - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
KCR Solutions are delighted to be supporting a progressive and expanding accountancy practice in Newcastle with the appointment of a Trainee Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build on their existing experience within a supportive and fast-paced environment working with a varied client base and modern cloud-based systems. Our client is looking for a confident and organised individual who enjoys working with clients and takes pride in producing accurate high-quality work.
The Opportunity
You will play a key role in supporting client finances working across bookkeeping VAT and accounts preparation while building strong relationships with both clients and HMRC.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage client bookkeeping activities using cloud accounting software such as Xero QuickBooks and Sage
- Accurately code and analyse financial transactions
- Complete bank and cash reconciliations ensuring records are correct and up to date
- Assist in the preparation of management accounts for both internal and client use
- Support year-end processes by preparing information up to trial balance
- Prepare and submit VAT returns for a range of clients
- Carry out reviews of VAT returns prior to submission to ensure accuracy
- Ensure all VAT work complies with HMRC regulations and current legislation
- Communicate confidently with clients via email phone and meetings
- Act as a point of contact with HMRC dealing with queries submissions and compliance matters
- Provide clear updates and guidance to clients regarding their financial position and records
About You
To succeed in this role you will be detail-oriented proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a client-facing environment.
- Experience in an accounts or bookkeeping role (practice experience advantageous)
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong client relationships
- Well-organised with the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines
- Good understanding of VAT processes and requirements
- Confident using Microsoft Office particularly Excel
- Experience working with cloud accounting packages (Xero QuickBooks Sage)
Required Experience:
Intern
