Are you numerate, detail-oriented, and ready to launch your career in accounting? Joining this dynamic Pensions Administration team as a Trainee Accounts Assistant the successful candidate will gain valuable hands-on experience whilst working towards professional growth and development. This role may suit a recent graduate with an Accounting and Finance degree.
About the Role
As a Trainee Accounts Assistant, you’ll play an important role in preparing pension scheme accounts and supporting the accounting services for a diverse client portfolio. Based in the Winchester office—with occasional travel to the London office—you’ll collaborate with team members and auditors to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare Pension Scheme Trustee Reports and Accounts within required timescales
Reconcile investment and AVC accounts with supporting working papers
Manage and liaise with auditors throughout the audit process
Attend client and auditor meetings where required
Assist with ad-hoc projects and contribute to team knowledge-building initiatives
Progress toward supporting review and quality-checking tasks as your experience grows
Key Skills
Strong numeracy skills and a keen eye for accuracy and detail
Proactive approach with good initiative and common sense
Effective communicator with strong written and verbal skills
Ability to work well both independently and within a team
Well-organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks
Intermediate Excel skills
Benefits
Hybrid working model (varies by role and department)
Professional study support for relevant qualifications
26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with flexible options to buy or sell days)
Private medical insurance and access to digital GP services
Enhanced family leave policies, life assurance, and income protection
High street discounts, gym memberships, cycle to work scheme, and more
Inclusive internal networks (Wellbeing, LGBTQ+, Multicultural, Women’s)
Discretionary bonus scheme and competitive pension contributions
Season ticket loans and volunteering opportunities
If you do not hear from a Consultant within 1 week of your application then unfortunately, on this occasion, you have been unsuccessful
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