Trainee Accountant

Description

Trainee Accountant

Location: Pontyclun

Hours: Fully office-based, Monday to Friday, 36.5 hours per week

Salary: £26,500 per annum plus full AAT / ACCA study support

Môrwell Talent Solutions is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of an established and highly respected business in its search for a motivated Trainee Accountant to join its growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to build a long-term career in accountancy while studying towards a professional qualification alongside full-time employment.

The role offers broad exposure across a diverse group of businesses, providing hands-on experience in core accounting functions and developing strong commercial awareness. You will be supported by an experienced finance team with a proven track record of developing and promoting talent internally.

Key Responsibilities -

The successful candidate will provide support across all areas of the finance function, including but not limited to:

Preparation of departmental and site-level accounts

Posting and preparation of month-end journals (including accruals and cost of sales)

Assisting with month-end stock reporting

Preparation and reconciliation of intercompany balances

Processing and review of purchase ledger invoices

Auditing purchase ledger payment runs and bank detail checks

Nominal ledger analysis and investigation of variances

Preparation of VAT schedules

Accounting and administration relating to imports

Posting and reconciliation of credit card statements

Supporting the preparation of monthly management information packs

Assisting with bank payments and cash flow administration

Supporting finance-related customer queries and administration

Assisting with budgeting and forecasting models in Excel

Ad-hoc reporting, reconciliations and general finance administration as required

Candidate Profile -

Basic accounting knowledge and sound double-entry understanding (advantageous)

Strong Excel skills, including lookups and pivot tables

Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Self-motivated, proactive and confident working on own initiative xjnqpsq

Ability to work accurately under tight deadlines

Eager to learn with a positive, hands-on attitude

Experience using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word

What’s on Offer -

Full AAT or ACCA study support, including tuition, exams and study materials fully funded after successful completion of a probationary period

Generous staff discounts across group businesses

21 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, with the option to purchase additional holiday after one year

Statutory pension scheme

Regular company social events

Supportive team environment with genuine opportunities for progression

If this sounds like the right role for you, please get in contact with Môrwell Talent Solutions ASAP

Ad ID: 5417769382