Trainee Accountant

Salary/Rate:Up to £25,000
Job type:Perm
Town/City:Swindon
County:Wiltshire
Sector:Accountancy Practice
Job ref:TASWI
Post Date:April 10, 2026
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Meet Our Recruiter

Thomas Burles
Thomas Burles
Accountancy Recruitment Specialist (South West and Wales)

About the Role

Audit & Accounts Trainee – Swindon
Full study support, strong progression, and a genuinely supportive team

We’re working with a growing accountancy practice in Swindon that is looking to recruit an Audit & Accounts Traineeto join its team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone at the start of their practice career who wants to build strong technical skills, gain broad client exposure, and join a firm that will properly invest in their development. The role offers a good mix of audit and accounts work, with exposure to both the charity/not-for-profit and commercial sectors.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Supporting on audit and accounts assignments for a wide range of clients
  • Assisting with year-end accounts preparation
  • Preparing draft corporation tax and business tax computations
  • Working with cloud-based software and a variety of accounting systems
  • Communicating with clients in a professional and timely manner
  • Supporting the team with ad-hoc projects as needed

What they’re looking for:

  • Strong academics, including GCSE Maths and English and A-levels or a degree
  • Good organisation skills and the ability to manage deadlines
  • Strong communication skills and attention to detail
  • A genuine interest in accountancy and building a long-term career in practice
  • Any previous audit exposure would be helpful, but training will be provided

What’s on offer:

  • Fully funded professional qualification
  • Paid study leave and full tuition support
  • Strong long-term progression opportunities
  • Ongoing training and development
  • A relaxed, professional, and supportive working environment
  • 37.5-hour week, office-based, with discretionary home working on Wednesdays

Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we’d still encourage you to apply. We work with a range of accountancy practices and may be able to help with other suitable opportunities too.

Apply now for immediate consideration.
Please note, your CV will not be sent directly to the employer. We’ll always speak with you first before submitting any application.

thomas@christopherbrian.co.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Benefits:

 

  • Work from home

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