Trainee Management Accountant

  • Apprenticeship Reference: 2225533653-2
  • Date Posted: 3 July 2025
  • Apprentice Employer: Hays
  • Location: Staffordshire
  • Apprentice Pay: On Application
  • Bonus/Benefits: DOE
  • Apprenticeship Sector: Banking and Finance, Project Management
  • Apprenticeship Type: Permanent

About this Apprenticeship

Trainee Management Accountant, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire,

Your New RoleAre you ready to kick-start or advance your accounting career?
Our client is looking for a motivated Assistant Accountant to join their small, dynamic finance team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for graduates or part-qualified professionals looking to grow in a supportive environment with study support provided.As an Assistant Accountant, you will play a vital role in financial operations, ensuring accuracy in reporting, reconciliations, and budgeting. You will work closely with the senior accountants and contribute to business decision-making through financial analysis.
Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts
  • VAT Returns
  • Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Support accounts payable and receivable functions
  • Prepare financial reports and assist with budgeting
  • Help with month-end and year-end closing processes
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations
  • Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support business decisions
Key Requirements
  • Graduate or part-qualified (AAT/CIMA)
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently
  • Strong communication skills to collaborate within a small team
  • Ambition to progress within the company
Why Join Us?
  • Study support to help you achieve your qualifications
  • Career progression opportunities within a growing team
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Flexible working arrangements available upon request
  • 37.5 hour working week - Monday through Friday
  • 28 Days holiday plus BH
  • Pension Scheme


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.
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