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Trainee Accountant

United Kingdom, Willenhall Employment contract 25000.00 - 27000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 28, 2026
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Accountant to join our busy finance team at Head Office in Willenhall. Wedge Group Galvanizing a successful family-owned business offering secure employment to its employees for over 150 years. We have 15 sites nationwide and apply corrosion protection to all the steel you regularly see around you such as street furniture, lampposts, bridge beams and even football stadiums through our galvanizing process. You won't just be joining a business; you'll be part of a group that can offer you opportunities and development for the whole of your career! We pride ourselves on caring for each other, with fairness and trust at our core. If you have similar values, you might find us to be a great place to work. We are looking for a motivated and ambitious Trainee Accountant to join our finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the early stages of their accounting career who is eager to develop professionally while gaining hands-on experience. We are committed to supporting your growth and will provide full study support for CIMA or ACCA qualifications, helping you build a strong foundation for a long-term career in finance.

Job Responsibility

  • Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts
  • Supporting the financial accounting with Fixed Assets
  • Processing journals, accruals, and prepayments
  • Reconciliations of Capex Projects
  • Supporting audit preparation and compliance activities
  • Working closely with the wider finance team on ad hoc projects
  • Ensuring financial data is accurate and maintained in line with company procedures

Requirements

  • Recent graduate holding a degree in a related subject such as finance or accountancy
  • AAT-qualified candidate
  • Someone currently studying towards an accounting qualification
  • Highly numerate
  • Organised
  • Detail-oriented
  • Strong communication and Excel skills
  • Proactive
  • Eager to learn
  • Capable of working effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team

What we offer

  • Permanent 36.25-hour contract
  • Training and mentoring from experienced finance professionals
  • Full study support for CIMA or ACCA, including exams fees and study materials
  • Developmental opportunities to grow within the business as you progress
  • Generous bonus scheme based on the performance of the Company, paying out in July and December
  • Secure employment with a longstanding supportive business with opportunity for advancement
  • Annual pay reviews
  • 25 days holiday (plus statutory days) per calendar year
  • Enhanced pay for other leave (paternity, maternity etc.)
  • Final salary pension scheme
  • Employment protection and death in service cover for employees – paying out up to 3x annual salary
  • Employee Assistance Programme – offering free wellbeing (mental and physical) and financial advice and support
  • Employee discount scheme including restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Annual free flu vaccinations
  • Long service awards
  • Company share purchase opportunity
  • Free parking

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