Accountancy Practice Graduate Position
Salary/Rate:£25000 per annum
Sector:Accountancy: Practice
Location:East Kent
Job type:Permanent
Job ref:RE40003
Post Date:February 20, 2026
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Robin Eades
Business Director - Accountancy Practice
About the Role
A highly respected and multi-site firm of accountants based in Faversham is seeking a motivated and committed Graduate Accountant to join its growing Outsourced Finance Function.
While the firm operates as a leading General Practice and is recognised for excellence within its specialist sectors, this opportunity sits within the outsourced team, supporting clients with their day-to-day finance operations. This is an ideal role for a graduate looking to build strong technical foundations while training towards either the ACA or ACCA qualification, with full study support provided.
The Role
This is a hands-on training position designed to develop core accounting skills within a supportive and professional environment.
Initial duties will include:
To be considered for this opportunity, you must have:
To apply, please submit your CV together with a brief covering statement outlining your suitability for the role. For further details then please do contact Robin at Farrer Barnes in the 1st instance.
Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
While the firm operates as a leading General Practice and is recognised for excellence within its specialist sectors, this opportunity sits within the outsourced team, supporting clients with their day-to-day finance operations. This is an ideal role for a graduate looking to build strong technical foundations while training towards either the ACA or ACCA qualification, with full study support provided.
The Role
This is a hands-on training position designed to develop core accounting skills within a supportive and professional environment.
Initial duties will include:
- Bookkeeping for a varied portfolio of clients
- Preparation and submission of VAT returns
- Preparation of CIS returns
- Assisting with bank reconciliations and ledger maintenance
- Supporting month-end processes
- Beginning to assist in the preparation of management accounts
- As your experience develops, you will gain increased exposure to management reporting and client-facing responsibilities.
To be considered for this opportunity, you must have:
- A degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline
- 6–12 months’ accounts experience (essential)
- Strong academic background
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A professional and polished approach
- A proactive, “can do” attitude
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- A clear ambition to qualify as a Certified or Chartered Accountant
- Structured training within a respected outsourced finance team
- Full study support towards ACA or ACCA qualification
- Exposure to a diverse client base across multiple sectors
- Clear long-term progression within a prestigious, growing firm
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
To apply, please submit your CV together with a brief covering statement outlining your suitability for the role. For further details then please do contact Robin at Farrer Barnes in the 1st instance.
Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
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