Audit and Accounts Trainee
Location: Guilford
Job type: permanent full‑time role with hybrid working options.
Job Responsibilities
* Build productive working relationships within Shaw Gibbs and with clients as required.
* Develop and apply technical knowledge through on‑the‑job training and formal qualifications.
* Use various software to provide accurate information and reporting for managers, partners and clients.
* Produce profit and loss accounts and balance sheets.
* Prepare basic tax computations and returns (e.g., corporation tax).
* Prepare working papers including bank reconciliations, other reconciliations and manual control accounts.
* Help to prepare statutory accounts and finalise accounts under the supervision of your manager.
* Assist in performing audit testing on less complex areas such as bank and purchases.
* Participate in stock counts for audit clients.
Job Requirements
* After A‑Levels (A, B, B) or equivalent qualifications, or university students predicted to achieve a 2:1 or above.
* GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 5 or above.
* Proven communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Strong IT skills, specifically Excel and ability to pick up new IT packages quickly.
* Exceptional attention to detail.
* Positive, confident and proactive attitude.
* Team player and self‑motivated.
* Willingness to undertake and succeed in professional studies.
* Willingness to travel to clients and other offices.
* Relevant work experience or experience in a practice environment is desirable but not essential.
Job Benefits
* Opportunity to join a longstanding firm with a rich history and strong employee culture.
* Access to an international alliance for interesting work and interaction with international colleagues.
* Supportive working culture with open‑plan hot‑desking office for all staff and senior leaders.
* 35‑hour week.
* 18 days’ paid holiday, increased by 1 day for each complete year of service up to a maximum of 5 days, plus bank holidays and 3–4 Christmas closure days.
* Opportunity to buy/sell annual leave.
* Hybrid working to encourage a healthy work‑life balance.
* Positive and supportive workplace culture with frequent social activities.
* Opportunities for progression and specialism.
* Paid volunteering day per year.
* Ongoing training and development support.
* Mental health team and on‑demand counselling service available for staff 24/7.
* ESG committee driving sustainable change.
* Ongoing technology initiatives to maximise use of available technologies and AI.
Diversity, Equality and Inclusion
Shaw Gibbs is an inclusive employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunities and a comfortable and accessible interview experience. If you need adjustments, please let us know via the application form or by emailing recruitment@shawgibbs.com.
Right to Work
We cannot offer sponsorship; you must have full right to work in the UK.
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