Audit & Accounts Trainee

Job Title - Audit and Accounts Trainee Office location - Plymouth Salary - £25,000-£35,000 DOE Main purpose of job To prepare (under supervision) accounting, business tax and audit work which contributes significantly to the preparation of accounts, audits and business tax computations for clients Reports to Audit and Accounts Senior / Manager Duties & key responsibilities * Prepare bookkeeping records from source data using the firm’s preferred accounting software * Prepare accounting journal entries for period end reporting including depreciation, prepayments and accruals * Prepare control account reconciliations and analysis to support the accuracy of figures reported in the trial balance * Prepare basic period end accounts (including management accounts / financial statements) for small Companies, Partnerships, Sole trade and LLPs using the firm’s preferred software applications and learn from review points identified on manager review * Preparation of basic period end tax returns including VAT, Corporation Tax and partnership tax using the firm’s preferred software * Completion of audit field work with guidance from fellow team members * Prepare basic company secretarial documentation including dividend documentation and Confirmation Statements * Develop knowledge of different software in order to extract information and provide client with assistance where required General responsibilities * Ensure confidentiality of sensitive data * Accurately perform work in accordance with the firm’s policies, procedures and work programmes * To act in accordance with the business’ values and competency framework * Perform work in accordance with agreed timeframes and keep managers aware of progress * Commitment to passing relevant exams within the given period Skills & abilities * Ability to communicate and ask for help were required * Passion to develop new skills Knowledge & experience * No previous accounting experience is required * Computer skills: MS Office applications - Word, Excel, Outlook * Strong GCSE and A level Qualifications with degree level 2:1 or above preferred Personal attributes * A ‘can do’ attitude with a high attention to detail * Be a good team player demonstrating commitment and respect to other team members * Good communication skills – both verbal and written. * Commitment to learning * Refer to competency framework for specific behavioural indicators