Trainee corporate accountant
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Position Overview & Specifications
This is an excellent opportunity to begin your accountancy career. You’ll receive training throughout your study contract & beyond and from day one you will be a valued member of the team. The varied nature of our clients will mean that you will be constantly challenged and continually gaining valuable experience.
You will join one of two teams which has a broad client base, both of which have a focus on owner-managed businesses, many of which have been family owned for numerous generations. The majority of time is spent on various compliance tasks such as auditing services, VAT returns, accounts and tax returns. There will be times when travel to clients is required.
Main job tasks and responsibilities- Assist with audit assignments
- Preparation of unincorporated & company accounts
- Prepare analysis of accounts
- Monthly closings and preparation of monthly financial statements
- Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts
- Draw up financial reports
- Assist with year-end closings
- Prepare tax computations and returns
- Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts
- Review and process expense reports.
Demonstrate a strong academic history by having at least 100 UCAS points at A-Level (or equivalent)
Be numerate and have good communication skills
Be self-motivated towards your studies
Enjoy the challenge of working with a large variety of clients on wide-ranging types of work. You will be someone who wants to make a difference to the firm’s clients and to be part of the team.
Full time role
- Competitive salary and annual bonus
- Continuous training in soft skills, technical knowledge and professional development
- Study support for AAT/ACCA/ACA
- Minimum 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 25 (depending on grade and position)
- One day annual leave for birthdays
- Death in service cover
- Agile working
- Company pension scheme
- Social events throughout the year
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Accounting & Tax
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Trainee corporate accountant roles across Bush & Co's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Accounting & Tax.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £15,038 - £15,972 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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