ProTalent are delighted to be working with a leading and growing accountancy practice in Brighton, who are looking to welcome a Trainee Accountant into their Audit team. This is a fantastic opportunity to start or build your career in audit, gain hands-on client exposure, and work towards a professional qualification in a supportive environment. Salary: £25k (depending on exam progress) Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9am – 5.30pm, with 1-hour lunch). Flexible working patterns may be considered (minimum 30 hours / 4 days). Benefits include: Auto enrolment pension Cycle to work scheme Free flu jabs Non-contractual Birthday Leave Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Regular social events 25 days holiday bank/public holidays The Role As a Trainee Accountant (Audit), you will: Assist with audit engagements both in the office and at client premises. Support Audit Seniors and Managers with assigned work. Perform testing procedures and document audit conclusions. Communicate issues and solutions clearly and professionally. Develop your technical and professional knowledge while working towards ACA or AAT qualifications. Stay up to date with relevant legislation and compliance requirements. About You The successful candidate will be: Actively studying towards ACA or AAT (with a degree or A-Levels). Ideally have 1 year of practical experience. Organised with strong attention to detail. A confident communicator with excellent verbal and written skills. A logical problem solver and strong team player. Comfortable using IT systems, particularly Excel and online accounting software. What’s on Offer This role provides excellent training and development, with clear opportunities to progress within a reputable and expanding accountancy firm. You’ll be joining a team that is recognised for investing in their people and supporting them from trainee level through to senior positions