Assistant Trainee Accountant

Trainee / Assistant Accountant – Cardiff (ACCA / CIMA Study Support)

Southwest Cardiff

(Hybrid – mainly office-based with 1-day WFH after probation)

Salary: £32,000 - £37,500 DOE

Full-time, 40 hours/week (flexible start/finish times)

Are you an ambitious accounting professional looking to take the next step in your career? Our client, a successful and growing SME based on the outskirts of Cardiff, is looking for a Trainee / Assistant Accountant to join their team.

This is not your typical trainee role, you will be the sole finance presence on site, working closely with an experienced external Finance Director. Over time, the role offers the opportunity to become the number one finance person in the business, taking full ownership of the finance function and supporting key commercial decisions.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Preparing, examining, and analysing financial statements and management accounts


Managing accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy and timeliness


Processing weekly payroll for circa 50 employees using Sage Payroll


Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities


Reconciling accounts and maintaining detailed ledgers


Supporting month-end and year-end closing procedures


Liaising with external auditors and providing necessary documentation


Developing more commercial reporting to help directors make key business decisions

About You:

Some previous accounts or finance experience is essential


Currently studying or keen to study ACCA or CIMA (full study support provided)


Confident working independently, making decisions, and driving finance initiatives


Strong Excel skills and experience with Sage 50 or similar accounting software


Organised, detail-oriented, and proactive


A commercial mindset or desire to develop one

What’s on Offer:

Full ACCA or CIMA study support, including paid time off for exams


Opportunity to grow into a lead finance role in a supportive SME environment


Exposure to multiple areas of the business including payroll, HR, and commercial operations


Flexible working hours and hybrid working (1 day) after probation


25 days annual leave + bank holidays


Pension, death in service, and on-site parking


Modern, friendly office environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of their role, develop their finance career, and make a real impact in a growing business.

Apply today to join a forward-thinking team and take the next step in your career