Graduate Trainee Accountant South West Berkshire Specialist Accounting Firm £28,000 Full Study Support (ICAEW) Full-time | Permanent | Office-based (Year 1) About the Opportunity I'm working on behalf of a rapidly growing specialist accounting firm in South West Berkshire, founded by former Big 4 and Top 10 firm partners. The firm is known for its technical excellence, entrepreneurial mindset, and commitment to developing early-career professionals.They are now looking to hire a Graduate Trainee Accountant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in financial reporting while working towards the ICAEW qualification with full study support. The Role In your first year, you'll be based full-time in the office, working closely with experienced accountants and partners to build a strong foundation in financial reporting. As you progress, you'll have the chance to explore other areas of the business through secondments and structured development opportunities. Key Responsibilities Assist in preparing statutory financial statements for a range of clients Support with bookkeeping, reconciliations, and management accounts Apply UK accounting standards (FRS 102, UK GAAP) in practice Liaise with clients to gather financial data and resolve queries Work alongside senior team members on client engagements Participate in internal training and development programmes Get involved in ad hoc projects and cross-functional secondments Candidate Profile Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related subject (2:1 or above preferred) Graduated within the last 3 years Strong numeracy and analytical skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Proactive, eager to learn, and detail-oriented Eligible to work in the UK What's on Offer Starting salary of £28,000 Full ICAEW study support (tuition, exams, study leave) Structured training and mentoring from ex-Big 4 and Top 10 professionals Office-based learning environment in Year 1 to accelerate development Opportunities for secondments into other service lines (e.g., tax, advisory) A collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture Clear progression path and regular performance reviews Interested? If you're a recent graduate looking to start your career in accountancy with a firm that offers real development and exposure, I'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with your CV and a short note about your interest in the role. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)