Trainee Accountant - Financial Services

Job Description

Overview of the Accounting and Outsourcing service lineOur Accounting and Outsourcing team works to support our clients to better run their finance functions, understand their financial position and performance, and to ensure they are compliant with changing accounting and tax legislation. With the relentlesspace of technology change you will need be trained to advise clients in areas such as process and digitalisation, business performance and financial reporting, while building enduring relationships that positions Mazars as a trusted adviser. Our successfulteam of more than 250 professionals is growing across all areas including cloud accounting, payroll, financial reporting and company secretarial. An introduction to our Financial Services team: The financial services team works internationally to provide seamless, cross-border services to our clients. As a member of the team you will experience a broad range of clients across various sectors to build your knowledge and understanding of the financialservices market. Our current clients include investment management companies, foreign exchange traders, independent financial advisors, and insurance mutuals, amongst others. Job Purpose The role of an Associate Client Advisor is to ensure accurate and timely preparation of management accounts including VAT compliance for a range of UK and international clients. You will be the point of contact for your portfolio of clients, providing highquality advice on their year-end compliance process and work with other teams to deliver an excellent client experience.We are moving to a new hybrid working model, so as a trainee you will split your time between working from home, visiting the office, client sites when required or studying for your professional exams. During your first two years you will:

• Learn how to use accounting software as well as the various Apps and systems to meet the clients bookkeeping needs and be able to prepare accurate and value-added management accounts;
• Develop an understanding of financial statements and the nature of the clients business;
• Understand the Apps within our App Stack and how they should be used for your clients.
• Co-ordinate with tax, payroll and audit hub to deliver client information as a whole; and

During your third year you will:

• Manage your own client portfolio;
• Self-review your own-work, ensuring minimal review points are raised by managers; and

In your final yearyou will be expected to be able to take responsibility for the junior members of your team. You will train them and review their work. The person

• Interpersonal skills; the ability to build client relationships with a foundation of trust and responsibility.
• Analytical skills; the ability to think critically, research and solve problems
• Be curious: the ability to ask questions around the subject and to challenge the team if something does not make sense to you.
• Attention to detail and strong time-management skills.
• Commitment to self-development & learning
• Affinity with our values; in particular, respect for individuals, diversity and integrity.

Strong academic performance is important so we know that youre ready to take your professional exams.However, we understand things dont always go to planso if you dont meet our minimum requirements, please letus know if you have any exceptional achievements or extenuating circumstances which affected your results. We also consider your achievements in the context of your socio-economic background, so encourage you to submit your contextual information.

• On track to achieve or have obtained a minimum of 112 UCAS points. This is based on the new 2017 UCAS Tariff. You can calculate your UCAS pointshere.
• Grade B or above in GCSE English Language and Maths.

Training We will fund your study towards the AAT qualification. If you are successful in this you will then be offered to study towards your ACA qualification.You will receive a full study package to ensure that you successfully complete your professional qualification. This includes time off to study, attend college and complete online courses. Your professional qualification is only part of the story at Mazars;we support all our trainees with a blended approach to training and development including classroom study, 1:1 coaching, and soft skills training.You will be supported by a mentor and an appraising manager to keep your career and aspirations on track.