Graduate Trainee Accountant

Title: Graduate Trainee Accountant Location: Islington – 100% Office Based Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 Our client, a multinational fashion group based in London, is looking for an ambitious and motivated Graduate Trainee Accountant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate looking to begin their career in accounting and gain broad, hands-on experience within an international business. Working closely with the finance, operations and management teams, the successful candidate will support the day-to-day accounting function while developing their technical knowledge and practical finance experience. Key Responsibilities: Assist with day-to-day bookkeeping and general accounting administration Process purchase invoices, expenses and supporting documentation Raise sales invoices, credit notes and customer statements Allocate customer and supplier payments accurately Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable Support bank, supplier and customer account reconciliations Prepare and post journals, accruals and prepayments Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes Support the preparation of monthly management accounts Assist with VAT returns and other statutory reporting requirements Help maintain accurate financial records across internal accounting systems Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis Support the preparation of reports and financial information for management Assist with audit preparation and respond to information requests Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and queries Work closely with other departments to ensure financial information is accurate and up to date Provide general finance and administrative support to the wider team Candidate Requirements: Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, Mathematics or another relevant discipline Strong interest in developing a long-term career in accounting and finance Good understanding of basic accounting principles Strong numerical and analytical skills Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Strong written and spoken English Good Excel and general Microsoft Office skills Confident working with numbers and financial information Strong organisation and time-management skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment Proactive, enthusiastic and keen to learn Previous finance, accounting, bookkeeping or office experience through an internship, placement or part-time role would be advantageous Experience using Xero or another accounting system would be advantageous