Careers At Axada
German Speaking Trainee Accountant (ACA, CTA, ACCA study support)
London | Full-time | Monday – Friday
Are you looking to join our friendly and professional team?
We are a fast-growing boutique firm of accountants and tax advisors working with international companies, also from German-speaking countries. In our supportive team, you will quickly learn new skills and gain valuable experience in international tax and accounting. We are seeking a candidate who is determined and committed, capable of making a visible contribution to the success of our company. Good German language skills are essential. As a trainee, you will receive comprehensive support in preparing for your professional exams (ACA, CTA, ACCA), along with access to a variety of in-house training and development programs. We are looking for a candidate with a strong academic background who is eager to drive our projects forward with enthusiasm and vigor.
We look forward to receiving your application and getting to know you!
Your Role:
You will work with our Tax and Accounting team, assisting in the timely delivery of tax compliance tasks such as monthly payrolls and quarterly VAT returns. Additionally, you will support bookkeeping, management accounts, monthly payrolls, and engage in some advisory work. The ideal candidate is a team player with good organisational and time management skills, capable of meeting tight deadlines.
Your main job responsibilities are:
Assist with accounting and tax compliance, ensuring timely delivery of:
- Monthly management accounts
- Year-end statutory accounts
- Corporation tax returns
- VAT advice and VAT filing
- Support with practice administration
Your responsibilities will also include:
- Attend meetings and other events
- Carry out AML checks and diligence on new clients
- Assist with onboarding new clients
- Assist with research for tax advisory work
Employment Benefits:
- Salary: competitive
- Flexible working hours
- Study support package
About you
- Results driven and strong team working and communication skills
- Finance or Business graduates preferred
- High level of numerical and analytical skills
- Attention to detail
- Fluent German language skills
We currently offer a hybrid working model, which includes one/two days per week of in-office attendance, but fully remote work can also be considered. Applicants must be based in the UK or Germany.
Job Types: Full-time, Graduate
Benefits
- Company events
- Company pension
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Schedule
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types
- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus
Education
- Bachelor’s (preferred)
Experience
- Accounting: 1 year (preferred)
Language
- German (required)
Work authorisation
- United Kingdom (required)
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Why Work With Us

The right set of skills
We understand the local requirements and have years of experience in helping companies navigate through the complex tax laws and financial regulation. Our aim is to simplify this process so more resources are available to make the venture a success.

We speak European!
Our multi-lingual consultants are familiar with local markets and cultures. We can overcome language barriers enabling us to liaise with staff and professional advisers based in Europe making expanding internationally much easier.
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