Express Recruitment are recruiting for a motivated and ambitious Trainee Accounts Assistant to join a growing organisation offering an excellent opportunity to begin and develop a career in finance, based in Nottingham. Working within a supportive finance team, this role will provide hands-on exposure to day-to-day accounting activities while offering a structured study support package to help the successful candidate gain professional qualifications.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone at the start of their finance career who is eager to learn, develop technical skills, and gain experience supporting both internal teams and external clients.

The role offers the chance to work closely with experienced finance professionals and gain exposure to management accounts, VAT returns, bookkeeping and financial reporting, while building strong foundational knowledge within a collaborative team environment.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assisting with the processing of daily financial transactions including sales and purchase invoicing
• Supporting bank reconciliations and bookkeeping activities including journal postings and ledger reconciliations
• Assisting with month-end and year-end financial processes
• Supporting the preparation of VAT returns and management accounts
• Assisting with internal group financial reporting
• Providing general administrative support including filing, answering calls and supporting the finance team to meet deadlines

Skills & Experience

• Some basic accounting knowledge would be beneficial
• Good attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Organised and methodical with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
• Strong numeracy and data entry skills
• Logical and analytical approach with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships
• Proficient in MS Office applications, particularly Excel
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn new systems and develop professionally

About Express Recruitment

Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates.

We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on 👉 https://bit.ly/3IaEnI7

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Vacancy Summary

Hours: Full Time, Monday – Friday

Salary: Up to c£25,000 per annum D.O.E.

Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.