Direct Entry Trainee Chartered Accountant

TRAINEE CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT

Edinburgh

At Henderson Loggie, our greatest asset is our people – the true differentiator that defines our firm. We foster a culture of support, collaboration, and continual growth, all aimed at making a positive impact. Our extensive range of services mirrors the collective expertise of our team, ensuring our clients consistently receive the highest quality advice.

Our vision is to be the first choice in Scotland, both as a workplace and for our services to owner-managed businesses. Aligned with this vision, our purpose is to empower our teams and clients to reach their full potential, generating wealth for the local economy today and leaving a legacy for the future in our communities. Through these endeavours, we aspire to create opportunities for success for everyone involved.

Our position in the market and our client base contribute to a fantastic training environment. You will be given the opportunity to work on a wide range of clients, working closely with senior finance personnel and business leaders. At the same time, our size and values ensure that you are doing so within a supportive environment where individuals genuinely matter.

We are currently recruiting trainees for our Chartered Accountant training programme in 2024, with positions available in our Edinburgh office. The position will initially be offered on a five-year fixed-term training contract. Throughout this journey, we provide continuous support and mentoring to facilitate a smooth and enjoyable transition from school or college to professional life.

During your training contract, you will be:

• Given the opportunity early on to work on a variety of clients, ranging from owner-managed businesses to major family-owned and multinational companies and not-for-profit organisations
• There are opportunities to work in different business areas within our full-service client offering
• Developing your business advisory skills through our HL Training Academy
• Covering a variety of tasks, enabling you to grow personally as well as professionally
• Working in a busy, high-performing team, constantly learning from those around you as part of your on-the-job training
• Going out as part of the team on your first audit, leading assignments, coaching, and developing colleagues, attending client meetings or preparing reports for presentation to clients.
• Given study and exam leave to ensure you pass your exams
• Supported throughout your training contract, both financially and by people who have successfully completed the ICAS qualification

What we are looking for:

• Three A or B passes at Higher level (or equivalent). These must include English and Maths and preferably achieved within the same academic year or HNC/D or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills – both written and oral
• A demonstrable interest in business and financial issues
• A well-developed sense of client service
• Excellent attention to detail
• A proactive and analytical approach to problem-solving
• Demonstrates a committed and determined attitude towards work and achieving the ICAS qualification.

What you can expect:

• A competitive salary
• 31 days holiday per year & Holiday buy/sell scheme
• Generous pension contribution and life insurance scheme
• Continuous training and support via The Henderson Loggie Training Academy
• Birthday gift and Perkbox – discounts on supermarket, travel, retail, leisure and much more
• Professional Subscriptions
• Team and office-wide social activities
• Enhanced paid leave (Maternity/Paternity/ Adoption/Bereavement & Compassionate Leave & Company Sick Pay)

In addition, you will share our values, be approachable and able to work collaboratively and demonstrate a desire to contribute to the ongoing success of the firm.

As an equal opportunities employer, Henderson Loggie is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

The start date for this position is 12th August 2024.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 60 months

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 12/08/2024