About us:
Rainbird Hanton was established in 2020 by professional accountants, Carina and Tom Rainbird. Based in Hessle the business has exciting growth plans. As a family run company that takes the modern approach to accounting, we have set out a plan to create a forward thinking, client focussed practice that offers flexibility and development opportunities for our employees.
Job summary:
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Accountant to join our thriving team as part of an apprenticeship programme. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in accountancy while gaining a recognised qualification with full support from our experienced team. You will provide support to our clients and colleagues while developing your skills and knowledge in a professional environment. We value our people and are committed to investing in their growth, development, and long-term success.
Main Duties:
- General accountancy duties for a range of clients from varied industries
- Completing tax returns
- Taking Accounts up to trail balance or further
- Sales, purchase and nominal ledger maintenance/processing
- Bank Reconciliations
- VAT return preparation
- Preparing reports for clients
- Process and manage the payroll for all employees on a weekly/monthly basis
- Ensure that all payroll data is accurate and up-to-date
- Produce payroll reports and provide data to management as required
- Ensure queries are dealt with in an efficient and professional manner
- Ensure a high level of customer service is provided to all clients
The candidate:
- Excellent attention to detail
- Enthusiastic and eager to learn with a genuine interest in accountancy and finance.
- Reliable, professional, and committed to maintaining confidentiality.
- Adaptable and willing to learn new systems, processes, and technologies.
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- A proactive team player who is willing to take initiative and ask questions.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Actively work as part of the Company team
- Committed to studying towards a recognised accounting qualification as part of the apprenticeship.
- Positive, motivated, and keen to develop a long-term career within a supportive and growing accountancy practice.
What we offer:
- Salary up to £28,000 depending on experience
- Relaxed and friendly working environment
- The option to get involved in different areas of accounts
- Casual dress
- Free on site parking
- Study options and support available
If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you. Please forward your CV.
We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; race; age; sexual orientation; or disabilities.
If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments.
Please note, in line with GDPR, your details will only be retained for a period of 12 months from application date and then deleted, unless advised otherwise.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £28,000.00 per year
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
