Trainee Accountant

Overview We’re Enterprise Mobility. A family-owned, global mobility leader with a $39 billion turnover, nearly 90,000 team members, and operations in 95 countries. Led by CEO Chrissy Taylor, the third generation of the Taylor family, we’re built on a legacy that gives us the stability to focus on the long-term success of our people, our customers and our business. For the right candidate, this is an outstanding opportunity to achieve continued growth and success within the Business Management area and develop opportunities to progress. In this position you will be involved in the preparation and review financial statements. This high profiled role will involve business partnering and providing support to key stakeholders both within head office and daily rental teams. This role provides a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure and experience in this area of business.? What is certain is that we encourage all of our employees to be the best they can be, and ensure every employee feels valued, supported, and empowered to bring their best selves to work. Additional Information Location: This role will be based in Slough. The position will be office based. Salary: £28,000 per year Hours: 40 hours per week Monday-Friday 08:00-17:00 Responsibilities The successful candidate will be placed onto the Business Management development scheme, intended to give detailed exposure to our financial statement & business practices, in order to develop employees for future leadership roles within the team. You will be offered support to study a professional accounting qualification. This is an excellent role if you are a self-motivated individual who is able to demonstrate drive in a busy and dynamic department, great communication skills, an analytical mind set and superb initiative. • Financial Reporting: Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of monthly financial statements in line with fiduciary responsibilities. • Reconciliations: Perform monthly schedule reconciliations to audit standards, including bank reconciliations and VAT returns. • Internal Controls: Maintain and enhance a robust system of internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance. • Business Partnering: Collaborate with senior management to provide financial insights that support cost control, operational improvements, and strategic decision-making. • Ethical Standards: Uphold and promote a culture of ethical financial practice aligned with our core values. • Team Culture: Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and engaging team environment. • Professional Development: Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and actively pursue a recognised professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA). Qualifications We are looking for candidates that meet following criteria: • You must have a full manual UK or EU driving?licence • No drug or alcohol related offence on driving record within the last five years is permitted • In accordance with current government guidelines, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role as the role does not appear on the Home Office list of RQF Level 6 roles approved for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker system. • Please let us know about any accommodations you may need to participate in our recruitment process. • A commitment to undertake ACCA or CIMA to progress towards being a chartered accountant if not already qualified In addition, the ideal candidate will possess the following skills and compentencies: • Excellent organisational and time-management skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail An ability to work to strict deadlines<