Graduate Trainee - Accounting

Graduate Trainee Job Summary The Graduate Trainee will gain practical experience across Akkant’s accounting, training, and technology operations. The role will support real client accounting activities, assist with the delivery of Akkant Academy training programmes, and support the testing and use of Rulla, an AI-powered bookkeeping and compliance tool. The successful candidate will learn through hands-on work under supervision while developing practical skills in bookkeeping, financial administration, client service, accounting software, and technology. The role is designed to develop the candidate into an Accounting Associate or Rulla Account Officer as they gain experience and demonstrate competence. This is an entry-level opportunity suitable for graduates with 0–2 years of experience, including candidates with relevant internship, SIWES, or NYSC experience. Key Responsibilities * Record and classify client financial transactions accurately using accounting software and spreadsheets. * Assist with bank and account reconciliations and identify and escalate discrepancies for review. * Support the preparation of schedules for management accounts, month-end activities, payroll, and tax-related documentation. * Request, organize, and maintain supporting financial documents from clients. * Respond to routine client requests professionally and escalate issues that require further review. * Submit assigned accounting work for review and incorporate feedback to improve accuracy and quality. * Support the onboarding and communication of learners participating in Akkant Academy programmes. * Assist with preparing training materials, practice datasets, case exercises, and other learning resources. * Coordinate training logistics, track attendance and assignments, and maintain accurate learner records. * Provide basic support to learners during bookkeeping and accounting software practice sessions. * Test Rulla features and report bugs, errors, data issues, and usability concerns to the Technology and Products team. * Support Rulla users with basic onboarding and routine questions and document recurring issues and feedback. * Assist with preparing FAQs, user guides, and simple instructional materials for Rulla users. * Complete assigned accounting, software, and professional development training. * Maintain accurate records and submit regular updates on assigned tasks and learning progress. * Identify errors, gaps, and process issues and escalate them promptly to the appropriate team member. * Suggest practical improvements to accounting, training, or technology-related processes. * Maintain strict confidentiality when handling client, learner, financial, and company information.