Trainee Accountant: School Leaver Intake 2025
Application Deadline: 30 June 2025
Department: Accounting
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Grangemouth
Description
At EQ Accountants, we believe that at the core of our success is our people. We are more than just a team of financial experts; we are partners in our clients’ journeys. For over 20 years, we have taken pride in championing SMEs, delivering bespoke accounting solutions that drive growth and success for our clients. Our journey from a single office to 10 thriving locations reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence and we are now looking for a talented individual to join us and be part of our exciting growth story.
We are an employer who cares; where individuals are supported to reach their personal and professional goals. We’re committed to continuous learning, providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help you stay ahead of the curve. This includes investing in the latest technology, sharing best practice and creating a One EQ ethos that brings our values to life.
There has never been a more exciting time to join EQ!
Role overview
We are seeking people who are enthusiastic, willing to learn and develop their understanding of a career in Accountancy. Through hands on experience in real-world accounting and financial practices, networking opportunities and an abundance of mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals, our Trainee Accountants feel equipped for the world of work and excited to join us on this career path.
Our Ideal Candidate will be
From all Educational Backgrounds: If you are in your final years of high school and looking for an opportunity to train when you leave school, or you have studied at college and are looking to start training towards becoming a CA – we want to hear from you!
Communicative: You’ll be a genuine people person with excellent communication skills.
Collaborative: You’ll be a team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and is willing to share knowledge, support colleagues and be happy to work as part of a team to tight deadlines.
Adaptable: You’ll be comfortable with change and excited by the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You are open to new ideas and continuously seek ways to improve.
Eager to Learn: EQ provides an abundance of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career.
Why work for EQ?
We are an employer who cares; where individuals are supported to reach their personal and professional goals. At EQ, you’ll find a supportive environment where your goals are our goals. We’re committed to continuous learning, providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help you stay ahead of the curve. This includes investing in the latest technology, sharing best practice and creating a One EQ ethos that brings our values to life.
With our recent growth, we have been able to deliver Phase Two of our benefits enhancement plan…and we are not stopping there!
When you join EQ you can expect:
* Competitive salary
* 33 days annual leave, with additional leave entitlements after three and five years' service
* Pension (up to 5% employee contribution, matched by EQ)
* Life insurance (4 x annual salary)
* 14 hours paid volunteering time
* Enhanced maternity pay
* Enhanced paternity/partner leave and pay
* Hybrid (one day working from home, following probation)
* Private medical cover (subject to conditions)
* Income protection
* EE Perks: 20% off your monthly plan. Plus, an additional 5 passes for friends and family.
* Continuous training and support
* Excellent work culture with social events throughout the year
If you’re passionate about people, driven by purpose, and excited to grow with a forward-thinking accountancy firm who are With You every step of the way, we’d love to hear from you.
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