Trainee Accounts Administrator

Job Title: Trainee Accounts Administrator Location: Chelmsford Salary: £12.71 - £13.00 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm (35 hours per week) Location Type: Office-based Start Date: 1st September Are you…

Pay rate £12.71 – £13.75/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 17 August 2026

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Job Title: Trainee Accounts Administrator
Location: Chelmsford
Salary: £12.71 - £13.00 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm (35 hours per week)
Location Type: Office-based
Start Date: 1st September

Are you ready to launch your career in the exciting world of accounts and finance? Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Trainee Accounts Administrator to join their dynamic team in Chelmsford! This is an outstanding opportunity for individuals eager to kickstart their professional journey in the finance sector, with full training provided to ensure your success.

Key Responsibilities:

Process accounts payable transactions with precision.
Manage and process invoices efficiently.
Generate purchase orders (POs) and maintain accurate records.
Match and reconcile data on spreadsheets, ensuring accuracy.
Handle customer telephone enquiries and deliver exceptional customer service.
Provide vital administrative support to the accounts team.

Essential Skills:

Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs (essential).
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Good communication and customer service skills.
A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.

What Our Client Offers:

Full training provided to support your growth.
A supportive and friendly working environment where you can thrive.
An opportunity to gain valuable experience within an accounts function.
Potential for long-term career development, paving the way for future advancement.

This role is perfect for those who are enthusiastic about finance and possess strong Excel skills. If you are looking to build a rewarding career in this field, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for!

Don't miss out on this chance to take your first step into the world of finance. Apply now to secure your position starting on 1st September and become part of a vibrant team dedicated to excellence.

Seize this opportunity to shine in your career!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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