We are looking to recruit a Trainee Accountant to work at our King’s Lynn office.
Stephenson Smart (East Anglia) Ltd is a well-established firm of accountants based in Norfolk and Cambridgeshire; with offices in King’s Lynn, Fakenham, Gorleston, Acle, Wisbech, March and Downham Market. We have more than 150 dedicated staff spread across the organisation. Our teams include highly qualified individuals who provide a professional and supportive service to our clients, to help them understand their tax and finances.
The relationship that our teams have with their clients and communities is integral to the reputation and success of the firm. Enthusiasm, determination and a strong work ethic are major attributes that we look for when introducing someone new into our team.
By joining us as a Trainee Accountant you will be able to study for your professional qualifications whilst working as part of a team for clients as groups, companies and sole traders as well as gaining auditing experience.
We will fully support your tuition fees and institute fees, to study towards the appropriate professional qualification, provide paid time off for study days, and you will receive support from your dedicated line manager.
We welcome applications from school leavers looking to begin their AAT journey, and as such, please include your exam results on your CV or as part of a covering message with your application.
The start date for this role is Autumn 2025.

SKILLS YOU WILL NEED TO DEMONSTRATE:

• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Organisational and time management skills
• Attention to detail and confidentiality
• Accurate data inputting
• Ability to work effectively on your own and as part of a team
• Motivation and initiative
• Integrity and trustworthiness
• IT proficiency

• Assisting with financial and management accounts preparation for Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies
• Assisting with managing client expectations and deadlines
• Assisting with the preparation of personal and business tax returns
• Carrying out bookkeeping activities including journal postings and ledger reconciliations
• Processing client records accurately using Xero, QuickBooks and other accountancy software.
• Preparation of VAT returns and management accounts
• Assisting with general administrative duties including meeting and greeting clients, filing, answering the telephone and supporting the team to meet deadlines as required.