Trainee Accountant

About the role

Zeeco is seeking a motivated individual to join their finance team as a Trainee Accountant or Accounts Assistant. This role provides hands-on experience in day-to-day processing and cost control activities, with a focus on purchase and sales ledgers. The successful candidate will support the Financial Controller and Finance Manager while having the opportunity to pursue professional AAT studies.

Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices against purchase orders and coding non-PO invoices.
• Maintaining accurate supplier information and resolving invoice queries.
• Posting daily cash receipts and allocating customer payments.
• Reconciling supplier statements, customer accounts, and corporate credit card statements.
• Coding and processing employee expenses and weekly timesheets.
• Assisting with annual audit requirements and fixed asset schedule maintenance.
• Supporting perpetual inventory counts and annual stock takes.

Required skills

• Accounting
• Microsoft Office
• Excel
• Communication skills
• Time-management
• Problem-solving

Nice to have

• Sage 200

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English

About the Company

Zeeco fosters a robust work environment where employees benefit from a strong culture, trained leadership, and opportunities for growth. The company collaborates with industry leaders, enabling individuals to develop their skills alongside subject matter experts.