CAT Trainee

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Isle of Man

Requirements
Ambitious and determined to study to complete the challenging CAT qualification.
An ‘A’ level or a strong GCSE school leaver. Prior office experience is an advantage.
Diligent and hard working with a willingness to learn.
A strong communicator with good organisational skills. 
Discretion, diplomacy and a confident approach are a must.
Willing to learn and to take on responsibility and ownership of tasks.
Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities
The successful candidate will work in a small team of between 3 and 5 people and will report directly to a Manager or a more senior trainee/administrator.

The duties of the CAT trainee would typically involve but are not restricted to the following, and training will be provided:

Trust and Company Administration
All aspects of trust and company administration which will include direct contact with clients.
Liaison with third party institutions such as banks, brokers and rental agents.

Accountancy
Bookkeeping including inputting client records
Preparation of accounting schedules and accounts files
Preparation of Financial Statements
Preparation of investment schedules
Preparation of management information for clients

Taxation
Preparation of personal tax computations and returns
Preparation of corporate tax computations and returns.
Preparation of VAT computations and returns

Other Responsibilities
Filing and general office duties as required
Preparation of meeting packs with supporting schedules
Assisting the Managers and Partners as required
Provision of cover for other members of staff
Setting up payments
Preparation of wage slips and year end employer returns
Assisting the Managers with compliance requirements

Opportunities
This position gives the right person an excellent opportunity to progress within our accountancy team and achieve a professional qualification whilst gaining a wealth of experience across the varied services of our business.

Training
This role offers training towards the CAT qualification.
Study leave is offered to attend day release courses at Manx Professional Education Services (MPES)
The cost of the course and exam fees will be met by us for the first attempt at each exam.

No prior experience is necessary as on the job training will be provided in all aspects of the role.

Salary
A competitive salary will be offered to commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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