Trainee Accountant

Location Durham
Discipline: Public Practice
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive Salary
Contact name: Laura Olsen

Contact email: laura@sirecruitment.com
Job ref: 23328
Published: about 2 hours ago

​Trainee Accountant

Location: Durham

Type: Full-Time / Permanent

About the Opportunity

We do things a little differently. We’re not just number-crunchers — we’re trusted advisers and technology partners to businesses across the North East and beyond.

Based in Durham, our close-knit team combines technical expertise with a down-to-earth approach, making finance less daunting and more empowering for our clients.

Thanks to continued growth, we’re now looking for a Trainee Accountant to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is ambitious, detail-oriented, and eager to build a career in accountancy. You’ll gain hands-on experience while working towards your professional exams, with full support from our experienced team.

What You’ll Do

  • Support clients with bookkeeping, VAT returns, and management accounts.

  • Gain practical experience using cloud-based systems such as Xero and Sage Business Cloud.

  • Assist in preparing financial statements and reports.

  • Work closely with colleagues on client projects and wider team initiatives.

  • What We’re Looking For

  • Studying (or planning to study) AAT, ACCA, or ACA.

  • Genuine enthusiasm to learn and develop within practice accountancy.

  • Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.

  • Tech-savvy, with an interest in cloud accounting tools.

  • A proactive team player with a positive, can-do attitude.

Why Join Us?

  • Full exam support – We’ll fund your professional qualifications and provide study leave and mentoring to help you succeed.

  • A clear career path – Grow your skills and progress within the firm as your experience develops.

  • Learn from experienced professionals – Work alongside accountants who are genuinely invested in your success.

  • Hands-on experience – Gain exposure to a wide range of clients, industries, and modern accounting systems from day one.

  • Competitive salary – Earn while you learn in a supportive and collaborative environment.