Trainee Accountant

Are you a driven individual, looking to study towards the highly acclaimed CIMA qualification? Do you want to grow your finance career in a supportive, innovative, and dynamic environment? We have a rare, fast track fully supported Trainee Accountant opportunity in Carlisle. Be part of a company that values your professional development and offers hands-on experience in management accounting and financial processes! Salary region up to £35,000 + Full Study Package (value £4,000 per annum), with an energised Qualified Finance Manager as your onsite mentor. The Company: Our client has several sites across the UK, with a large presence in Cumbria. They are at the forefront of innovation and growth when it comes to their finance function, utilising the latest ERP accounting software to enhance their reporting and add value to the wider business units. They have clear core values and pride themselves on fostering a culture in which people come first, striving for excellence, positive energy, and integrity in everything they do. What You’ll Do: * Working in a busy and supportive management accounts team of 3 and working closely with the Finance Manager * Assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts and supporting balance sheet reconciliation for 1 of the 4 business units. * Assist in annual budgeting, business system development, and process improvements. * Play an active role in enhancing financial systems and procedures for maximum efficiency. * Support the Finance Manager and colleagues with external auditor process to ensure regulatory compliance and uphold financial integrity. Who You Are: * AAT part or fully qualified, looking to embark upon CIMA. * Hands on, minimum 2 years practical experience in supporting with month end accounting procedures. Exposure to preparing management accounts advantageous. * Strong Excel skills and knowledge of large ERP accounting software * A proactive team player with excellent communication skills. * Able to juggle multiple priorities while keeping a sharp eye on the details. * Eager to embrace continuous improvement and new challenges in a fast-paced environment. Why Join Us? * The People; a supportive work environment with opportunity to grow your skills and knowledge. * The Company; Large, diverse and successful, well recognised in the region. * Full financial costs covered throughout your CIMA, 3 year training contract (worth in the region of £12,000 in total). * A chance to shape your career with an employer that invests in your future. What Salary & Benefits are on offer? * Salary region around £35,000 plus full study support (annual value around £4,000) with annual reviews, increments as you work through your qualification stages. * Pension 4% employee, 8% employer * 33 days Annual Leave (including Bank holidays) * Life assurance up to 4 x annual earnings * 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday), office based. * Cycle to work scheme * Annual leave purchase scheme * Critical illness and health cash plan * Free mortgage advice * Product discounts Are you ready to take your accounting career to the next level? Apply now and kickstart your career into 2025