Trainee Business and Finance Adminstrator

Initially reporting to the Principal Accountant's PA, the key duties of this role will begin with:

• Directing client enquiries on the phone/by email
• Setting up meetings and greet visitors
• Scanning client paperwork into digital document files
• Update computer records
  
  Communication: Clear written and verbal communication.
• Organization: Managing tasks, schedules, and information.
• Time Management: Prioritizing and meeting deadlines.
• Data entry skills and knowledge of databases
• Experience with MS Office (MS Excel and MS Word, in particular)
• Basic understanding of financial processes.
You must have a friendly, approachable "can do" attitude and be able to take on training in new systems and processes. You should be proactive, with a problem-solving attitude. You will be confident in engaging with clients to build a rapport and offer solutions and direction. No prior experience of bookkeeping, accounting or taxation services is necessary, although an interest in these fields would be an advantage.

TaxAssist Accountants are the largest network of accountants, currently working from over 300 locations throughout the UK. We are a Times top 25 accountancy company which is owned by the franchisees and managers. We focus our accountancy skills specifically on small business and individual taxpayers to over 80,000 clients. We specialise in providing accountancy services, tax returns, payroll, bookkeeping, tax savings, and tax advice to our clients - Sole Traders, Partnerships, Limited Companies and Personal Taxpayers. We have established processes in place, along with access to excellent ongoing training and technical support in all aspects of the role. We focus on utilising technology and enjoy using cutting edge apps and cloud-based software to better service our clients. We are looking for a trainee Business and Finance Administrator to join our expanding accountancy practice located in Mirfield. Our work is varied and interesting and we provide a friendly, flexible, and proactive all year-round service to small businesses and individuals in the local area.


• This is an entry-level position and the remuneration package will reflect that, commensurate with NMW for age, plus recognition of qualifications and relevant prior experience.
• Opportunity to advance your career in your chosen field through the apprenticeship system, after successful completion of a three-month probation period. We are an ICAEW and ACCA approved training firm and offer a range of training routes in accountancy, tax, payroll and business administration.
• Holidays - 24 days plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• EAP scheme - Health Assured