Trainee Accountant

Handpicked Recruitment LimitedEnfieldreedpublished 10/14/2026

About the company

Our client is an established property development group seeking to appoint a motivated Trainee Accountant to join its growing finance function in North London.

Your tasks

The role will provide exposure to a broad range of accounting activities, including financial reporting, month-end processes, reconciliations and transactional finance, working closely with experienced finance professionals while studying towards a professional accounting qualification.

  • Process supplier invoices, payments and expenses, ensuring accurate financial records.
  • Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities across the group.
  • Prepare bank reconciliations and assist with balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
  • Support month-end processes, including journals, accruals and prepayments.
  • Support intercompany accounting and reconciliations across multiple property entities.
  • Assist with cash flow monitoring, budgeting and financial analysis.
  • Maintain accurate accounting records using the company's finance systems.
  • Liaise with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to resolve accounting queries.
  • Support the preparation of year-end accounts and external audit requirements.
  • Assist the wider finance team with ad hoc accounting tasks and projects.

Requirements

Candidate Requirements

  • Studying towards AAT, ACCA or CIMA, or looking to begin a professional accounting qualification.
  • Good understanding of basic accounting principles, including double-entry bookkeeping and reconciliations.
  • Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable or month-end processes would be advantageous.
  • Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.
  • Experience within property development, real estate or a multi-entity organisation would be beneficial but is not essential.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and a willingness to learn.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
  • Proactive, ambitious and keen to develop a long-term career in accounting and finance.

What we offer

Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 + Study Support & Benefits

Other

*Title: Trainee Client Accountant Location:** North London – Hybrid (1 day working from home)