Trainee Accountant
CV-LibrarySunderland, Tyne and WearpermanentPosted: 22 September 2026
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Hays Accountancy & Finance are supporting a large, established organisation with the recruitment of an Assistant Finance Officer / Trainee Accountant to join its growing finance team.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their career within a complex and fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the delivery of financial reporting, reconciliations, budget monitoring and financial administration, while working closely with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
The RoleReporting into a senior member of the finance team, your responsibilities will include:
Supporting the production of financial reports and management information.
Assisting with account reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.
Processing and maintaining accurate financial records and transactions.
Providing financial and administrative support across the wider finance function.
Assisting with budget monitoring and variance analysis.
Producing and maintaining spreadsheets and financial data reports.
Supporting month-end processes and financial control activities.
Responding to finance-related queries from a range of stakeholders.
Assisting with audit requirements and compliance activities.
Contributing to process improvements and maintaining robust financial procedures. About You
We are keen to speak with candidates who have:
Previous experience working within a finance, accounts, bookkeeping or transactional finance environment.
Good knowledge of reconciliations, financial systems and accounting processes.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.
Excellent numerical and analytical abilities.
Strong communication and organisational skills.
The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
A proactive and collaborative approach to work.
AAT Level 3 qualification (or working towards) would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on Offer?
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
Generous annual leave entitlement.
Excellent pension scheme.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Supportive and inclusive team environment.
Opportunity to gain exposure to a wide range of finance activities and progress your career. This role would suit an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Purchase Ledger Clerk, Accounts Administrator or an individual currently studying AAT who is looking to develop their finance career within a stable and highly respected organisation.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Hays Accountancy & Finance are supporting a large, established organisation with the recruitment of an Assistant Finance Officer / Trainee Accountant to join its growing finance team.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their career within a complex and fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the delivery of financial reporting, reconciliations, budget monitoring and financial administration, while working closely with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
The RoleReporting into a senior member of the finance team, your responsibilities will include:
Supporting the production of financial reports and management information.
Assisting with account reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.
Processing and maintaining accurate financial records and transactions.
Providing financial and administrative support across the wider finance function.
Assisting with budget monitoring and variance analysis.
Producing and maintaining spreadsheets and financial data reports.
Supporting month-end processes and financial control activities.
Responding to finance-related queries from a range of stakeholders.
Assisting with audit requirements and compliance activities.
Contributing to process improvements and maintaining robust financial procedures. About You
We are keen to speak with candidates who have:
Previous experience working within a finance, accounts, bookkeeping or transactional finance environment.
Good knowledge of reconciliations, financial systems and accounting processes.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.
Excellent numerical and analytical abilities.
Strong communication and organisational skills.
The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
A proactive and collaborative approach to work.
AAT Level 3 qualification (or working towards) would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on Offer?
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
Generous annual leave entitlement.
Excellent pension scheme.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Supportive and inclusive team environment.
Opportunity to gain exposure to a wide range of finance activities and progress your career. This role would suit an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Purchase Ledger Clerk, Accounts Administrator or an individual currently studying AAT who is looking to develop their finance career within a stable and highly respected organisation.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)