Accounts Associate Shrewsbury £24,000 - £28,000 Study Support Benefits Full Time Permanent Ideally 80% office based, but open to hybrid Are you ready to build a successful career in practice accountancy with one of the UK’s leading advisory firms? Our client is looking for an ambitious Accounts Associate to join our growing team in Shrewsbury. Our client based in Shrewsbury, is an award-winning international accountancy and business advisory firm. We are proud to be working with one of the top 10 accountancy firms in the UK. Their people are at the heart of our success, and they champion a culture that nurtures growth, values individuality, and celebrates collaboration. Role: As the Accounts Associate, based in Shrewsbury, you’ll be an integral part of the Accounts & Business Advisory Services team, working closely with experienced professionals and mentors to enhance your practical skills and client service capabilities. As an Accounts Associate, you will be expected to: Assist in preparing annual statutory accounts for a diverse portfolio of clients. Maintain accurate financial records and support day-to-day accounting activities. Liaise with clients and HMRC, gaining broad exposure across the practice. Begin advising on best practices, with the opportunity to develop your technical knowledge. Requirements: As the Accounts Associate, you will be expected to have at least 1 years’ accounts experience with an accountancy practice environment. In addition to this, you will be/have: A finance/accounts related qualification Proactive, enthusiastic, and eager to learn. Proficiency in IT and knowledge/experience of accounting software A strong communicator with an eye for detail. Excellent organisational skills. Either studying towards AAT or looking to begin the qualification (full support provided). Ideally based locally to Shrewsbury Additional Information: Full study support 37.5 hours per week, with a permanent contract Free onsite parking Exposure to a breadth of work – opportunities to explore other areas such as Tax, Wealth Management, Corporate Finance There is fantastic longevity with the office – some employees have been there 20 years and there are also around 40 junior associates. Supportive team culture and clear career progression pathways The chance to work for an award-winning, fast-growing firm Birthday leave Life Assurance (4 x salary) Enhanced parental family leave Incentive scheme Referral bonus Employee assistance programme (24hr confidential support with for example, bereavement, relationships, moving house, etc.) Flexible working/ hybrid available – however this particular team all tend to work onsite on a regular basis This is a fantastic opportunity to work as an Accounts Associate within a supportive, forward-thinking environment based in Shrewsbury, while receiving full study support to kickstart or accelerate your accountancy journey. For more information, please call Safer Hand Solutions Ltd and as for Hannah Kirk, or you can apply directly for consideration. Please note, Safer Hand Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of a client and by applying you agree to register with us and for us to hold your details on file. Due to the volume of applications, we may only contact applicants directly who have been successfully shortlisted but may also contact you in regards to any other suitable vacancies