Accounts Trainee
Affinia is a leading, UK Top 50 Accountancy firm. Through successful acquisitions and organic growth, the firm has seen significant development within the last 18 months. Last October we launched our new brand ‘Affinia’ (www.affinia.co.uk) which saw the coming together of LB Group and six other likeminded firms across the East & South East of England to form a combined challenger accounting, tax and business advisory firm.
With a combined heritage spanning over 300 years, we have more than 400 accountancy professionals based in Stratford, Colchester, Chelmsford, Ipswich, Halstead, Harlow, Orpington, Sidcup and Sutton. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across seven principal practice groups: Accountancy & Advisory, Tax and Planning, Audit Services, Corporate Finance, Digital Solutions, Payroll and Financial Planning.
Purpose of the role:
Due to continued growth, Affinia is recruiting for an Accounts trainee to come and join the team in Chelmsford. By joining us as a Trainee, you will be able to study for your professional qualifications, whilst working as part of a team to prepare accounts for Groups, Companies, LLPs and sole traders.
We will pay for all your tuition fees and institute fees, to study towards the appropriate professional qualification, provide time off for study days and you will receive support from your dedicated line manager.
Accountabilities:
* Preparation of year-end statutory accounts for a mix of Sole Traders, partnerships, LLPs and Limited Companies.
* Preparation of basic corporation tax returns.
* Assist with preparation of VAT returns.
* Supporting members of the team in accounts & bookkeeping work.
* Collaboratively working with other departments within our group.
* Additional responsibilities as and when identified in association with expectations of the role.
Key skills and attributes required:
* Proactive attitude and professional approach to work
* A firm commitment to providing top quality client service
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Active listening skills, asking questions when necessary
* A willingness to learn and a personal drive to complete professional development
* Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail
* Results driven with a desire to exceed expectations
* Ability to thrive in a busy fast paced environment.
Core Benefits:
* Full study support including tuition fees and paid study days
* Professional membership support
* Agile/Hybrid Working Policy
* Dress for your Diary Policy
Affinia is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible and agile roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application.
Affinia (LB Group) is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Accounting/Auditing
* Industries: Professional Services and Financial Services
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