Audit / Accounting Trainee

Full-time permanent
Accountancy, Banking & Finance
16+, 18+
Shearwater Recruitment Limited

Audit & Accounts Trainee

Location: Isle of Man
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Qualification:  ACA or ACCA

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and motivated **Audit & Accounts Trainee** to join a growing accountancy practice in the Isle of Man.

This is an ideal opportunity for a graduate or school leaver looking to build a long-term career in accountancy, with full support towards a professional **ACA or ACCA qualification**.

You will gain hands-on experience across audit and accounting, working closely with experienced accountants and auditors and gaining exposure to a diverse portfolio of Isle of Man and international clients.

The Role

As an Audit & Accounts Trainee, you will receive structured training and progressively take on greater responsibility.

Your duties will include:

* Assisting with the preparation of accounts and financial statements
* Supporting audit assignments from planning through to completion
* Preparing audit schedules and working papers
* Assisting with testing and gathering audit evidence
* Attending client meetings and, where required, client premises
* Performing bookkeeping and reconciliations
* Preparing accounting schedules and supporting documentation
* Assisting with tax computations and returns
* Analysing financial information and identifying discrepancies
* Maintaining accurate and well-organised client files
* Liaising with clients and third-party organisations
* Supporting senior team members and managers on a range of assignments
* Developing a strong understanding of accounting standards, audit procedures and regulatory requirements

As your experience develops, you will be given increasing responsibility and greater involvement in client assignments.

Professional Development

The successful candidate will be supported throughout their professional qualification, including:

* Study support towards **ACA or ACCA**
* Paid study leave
* Professional training and mentoring
* Practical experience alongside your studies
* Regular performance and development reviews
* A structured route towards qualification and career progression

For candidates wishing to pursue a career in audit, the role can provide relevant practical experience towards the Isle of Man audit qualification. ACCA's current requirements include three years of supervised practical training with an approved employer, including specified audit experience.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

* Ambitious and keen to build a career in accountancy
* Numerate with strong attention to detail
* Organised and able to manage deadlines
* A confident communicator
* Professional and personable
* Comfortable working as part of a team
* Able to use initiative and work independently
* Willing to learn and take responsibility
* Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Qualifications

3 A Levels at Grade B or above (120 UCAS points), or any degree.

We’re happy to consider candidates from any degree background, as we’re primarily looking for someone with strong numerical ability, attention to detail and an interest in pursuing a career in accountancy.

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Salary & benefits

27000

Hours

40

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