A multi-award winning, start-up accountancy firm are looking for a trainee Finance Analyst to join their successful and growing team in London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate (2:1 or above) or AAT qualified, commercially minded candidate who has a desire to work with an interesting, innovative client base of tech start-ups. This role offers a fantastic grounding in learning the crucial aspects of accounting, VAT, PAYE, and month end close.

Working in a lively environment, their forward-thinking culture is ingrained in everything they do. They look for like-minded, bright and tech savvy individuals to help grow the team. You'll have access to a generous study support package and training programme along with all the tools you need to drive your accounting career forwards.

Alongside all of this, you'll be helping to build successful, well known digital businesses across the world using the most up to date platforms and technology. Having just opened a brand new office in New York, this is an exciting time to join the go-to firm for start-up accounting solutions.

About the role

• Playing a key role in the management of the early stage startup client portfolio, you'll develop a robust technical knowledge of all aspects of accounting
• Acting as a virtual CFO for clients, providing monthly management accounts
• Providing VAT, PAYE, Corporation Tax management
• Preparation of annual and monthly statutory accounts
• Strong benefits package including 30 days holiday and comapny pension scheme

About you

• Degree (2:1 or above) or AAT qualified
• You may already have some experience of working in an accountancy practice, although this is not essential
• Confident with IT (inc. Microsoft Office)
• Able to demonstrate an interest in working with tech start ups would be seen as beneficial
• Self-motivated and with a drive to succeed you'll be looking for promotion within 2 years
• Excellent time management and communication skills are key
• Commercially focussed and a quick learner who can show their initiative

To discuss the firm and role in more detail, please get in touch with Alex Baxter Smith at Harvey John to find out more.

The salary advertised has been set by the agency and should be seen as a guide. Salary expectations will be discussed on application.