Trainee Accountant

Position: Trainee Accountant (Permanent)
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dynamic, growing organisation headquartered in Inverness. We are looking for a Trainee Accountant who is eager to develop their career in finance within a supportive and fast-paced environment.

This role offers the chance to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of finance functions, work alongside experienced professionals, and grow your skills toward professional qualifications such as ATT or ACCA/CIMA.

If you are motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about finance, this is your opportunity to join a company that values its people, encourages development, and offers real career progression.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will support the finance function across a range of core activities, including:

* Supporting month-end close, including preparation and posting of journal

* Assisting with the preparation of quarterly and annual budgets

* Matching, coding, and processing invoices and credit notes against valid purchase orders

* Completing supplier statement reconciliations and resolving discrepancies

* Processing company credit card reports and ensuring compliance with company policy

* Preparing draft VAT returns for review by senior finance staff

* Responding to supplier queries in a timely and professional manner

* Liaising with finance managers to obtain invoice approvals where required

* Ensuring full compliance with company policies, financial procedures, and internal controls

Skills, Experience & Attributes

We are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated individual with the following:

* Essential:
Previous experience in a finance or accounts administration role

* A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline (desirable)

* Studying towards ACCA or a similar professional qualification (desirable)

* Strong numerical ability with excellent attention to detail

* Good organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines effectively

* Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

* Proactive, self-motivated, and keen to develop within a finance career

If you are interested in the above and would like to discuss in more detail please contact Lyndsey at Global Highland