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Trainee AccountantLocation:Croydon office with Hybrid working Salary:£30,000 to £32,000 per annum Contract Type:Permanent Position type:Full Time About UsWe are the Pension Protection Fund. We protect millions of people in the UK who belong to defined benefit pension schemes. When these schemes fail, we are ready to help. Our work involves paying our members, charging a levy, and investing sustainably. We aim to make a real impact on people's lives, conducting our work with integrity and foresight. Job OpportunityWe are excited to offer a great opportunity for a Trainee Accountant to join our Finance Team. ResponsibilitiesAssist with general ledger journal entries Support month-end close reconciliations Conduct variance analysis Handle cash management transactions Contribute to monthly reporting Take ownership of the Fixed Asset Ledger This role provides a chance to learn and develop within the role while supporting your team. Candidate ProfileWe seek someone who has begun their career in accounting and finance and is eager to develop their skills while studying to become a fully qualified accountant. The ideal candidate will be at the early stages of studying towards a professional qualification (such as ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent), with recent experience in a finance or accounting setting. Proficiency in IT skills, including Excel (Pivot Tables and Lookups) and accounting software (SAP, SAGE, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.), is required. Knowledge of general ledger accounting and balance sheet reconciliations is essential. Support and DevelopmentYou will be supported in your continued study towards your professional qualification. ApplicationIf this sounds like you, apply now! BenefitsWe offer a challenging role with support for your career development, along with opportunities for personal growth and skills training. Location & AccessibilityOur Croydon office is near East Croydon station, easily accessible from Victoria, London Bridge, Clapham Junction, and St Pancras. Inclusivity & FlexibilityWe are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria, you will be guaranteed an interview. We embrace diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and ways of working. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. NoteNo agency applications, please.#J-18808-Ljbffr