Semi-Senior / Trainee Accountant – Accountancy Practice
Full-time | Bedford | Study Support Available (ACA/ACCA)

Are you a motivated individual looking to build or develop your career in a supportive and forward-thinking accountancy practice?

We’re working with a well-established and highly respected independent firm of chartered accountants in Bedford who are looking to expand their friendly team with the addition of a Semi-Senior or Trainee Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for someone either at the start of their accountancy journey or with a year or two of practice experience under their belt, ready to progress further with their studies and career.

You'll be supporting a varied client base across a wide range of sectors, gaining valuable hands-on experience in key areas of accountancy, including:

• Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies

• Assisting on audit assignments

• Completing VAT returns and bookkeeping using cloud-based systems (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks)

• Supporting personal and corporate tax compliance work

• Liaising with clients and helping them navigate financial matters with clarity and confidence

• Some existing experience in a UK accountancy practice environment (ideal but not essential)

• A genuine interest in pursuing (or continuing) ACA or ACCA qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn

• Great communication skills and a team player attitude

• Ideally located within a reasonable commute to Bedford

• A supportive, team-oriented environment with excellent training and mentoring

• Full or part study support towards ACA or ACCA

• Exposure to a broad client base and a wide variety of work

• Opportunities for career development within a highly respected firm

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving practice where people are truly valued, and your development is a priority. If you're keen to grow your career in a nurturing and ambitious environment, we'd love to hear from you.