Trainee Accountant

Milne Craig is an established and independent firm of Chartered Accountants, with a progressive outlook. We are located in Paisley with good transport links to Glasgow and the West of Scotland, where the majority of our clients are located.

We are currently seeking a bright, enthusiastic School/College Leaver to join our audit and accountancy department as a trainee accountant.

Our trainees are given the opportunity to work on a variety of clients, ranging from the smallest of sole traders and charities to major family-owned companies and public sector organisations.

Whilst undertaking each assignment, you will cover a variety of tasks, allowing you to develop the skills necessary to become a successful accountant.

**The main duties will include**:

- Providing bookkeeping services to a variety of clients
- Assist with Financial Accounts preparation
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns
- Balance sheet reconciliations
- Assisting senior accountants with analysis work.

**Required skills/ knowledge**:

- You will need the right to work in the UK from your start date.
- 4 Highers of grade B or above, two of which must be in English and Maths.
- Please note, this role is not suitable if you hold an undergraduate degree

Our staff are the front line in our relationship with clients and it is therefore important for us to recruit and retain talented people. The core skills required include:

- Ability to build and manage relationships
- Organisational and time-management skills
- An enquiring mind, keen to learn and investigate
- An ability to work to budgets and deadlines
- Integrity
- Gaining the respect of others

**Benefits**

At Milne Craig we understand that whilst job satisfaction and success is important, you should be rewarded for the work you do. We offer a competitive salary based on your skills and experience.

Other benefits include:

- Life Assurance - 2 times your salary
- Annual leave - 31 days per year
- Employee Referral Bonus - We're always looking for talented individuals to join our firm. If you know someone with the skills we need, let us know and reap the rewards.
- Employer Contributory Pension Scheme - We help you prepare for later in life by contributing to your pension.
- Extensive Learning & Development Opportunities - Continuous development and support, not only for your professional qualifications, but also for your personal goals and aspirations so we can grow together.
- Study and Support - For those studying with us, we will cover the cost of your studies and provide you with paid leave to complete your training courses.
- Wellness Programmes
- Annual Professional Subscription
- Social Events

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From £18,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 27/01/2023
Expected start date: 01/06/2023