Trainee

The opportunity

Retford vacancy still available for 2025. Please note, we have now fulfilled our Trainee requirements for 2025. Please check back in towards the end of the year for updates on our 2026 intake. Wright Vigar is committed to developing local talent and the professional advisors of the future – you could be one of them! During your training you will have the opportunity to learn from a knowledgeable and supportive team, whilst commencing your professional qualifications. These are great opportunities with a company that puts you and your career first!

Lincoln, Sleaford, Nottingham, Retford, Gainsborough, Newark

Full Time

Account / Tax

Competitive

37.5 hrs / wk

general responsibilities

Preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships and small limited companies
Preparation of business tax computations and associated schedules
Preparation of personal tax returns and computations
Assisting seniors / managers on audit assignments - both in and out of the office
Assisting with bookkeeping and VAT returns for clients
Supporting all other professionals on a variety of tasks where you gain wide ranging experience
General office duties throughout the firm to ensure our clients are serviced to a high standard

skills and qualities

Minimum 8 GCSE grades 9-5 (A-C); with 6 (B) or above in Maths and English Language – or equivalent
IT Proficient

desirable skills

A levels grades A-C where appropriate
You may be at graduate level - A recent (2:1 minimum) graduate or undergraduate with a predicted 2:1 minimum

personal skills

Motivated and committed to provide an excellent service, both to clients and to fellow team members
Eager to learn and succeed
“Can do” attitude
A great team player
Excellent communication skill

working conditions and package

Full study support
23 days holiday per annum + bank holidays
Contributory pension scheme
Healthplan cashback scheme
Permanent health insurance scheme *
Death in Service benefit
Annual leave trading scheme
Flexible working conditions once training develops

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