Accounts Trainee; ACA

About the Programme

Our training contract takes 4 years to complete with full support and access to first‑class tuition centres. If you are AAT Level 4 qualified you may receive exemptions; otherwise trainees are required to complete the full ACA syllabus.

Monday 1 June 2026 – Sunday 7 June 2026. Applications are reviewed fairly; early submissions are encouraged.

Your growth comes from exams and valuable work experience.

The role involves client‑facing, fast‑paced work with advisory elements and deals with high‑profile clients across various sectors.

• Preparing management accounts, including reconciling all key account balances and tailoring the presentation to each client.
• Assisting and advising clients on accounting system issues, including software migration.
• Agreeing and executing payment runs on clients’ behalf using online banking platforms.
• Preparing VAT and Intrastat returns.
• Preparing year‑end financial statements.
• Carrying out and reviewing ad‑hoc tasks such as cash flows, budgets and information for third parties.
• Maintaining relationships with clients and taking ownership of projects as appropriate.
• Processing work on Xero and other accounting software.

• A minimum of 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels (excluding General Studies and AS Levels).
• A minimum of 6 (or
  
  B) in GCSE Maths and English Language (or equivalent).

AAT qualification is welcome. Candidates with over 12 months relevant experience within a training contract are encouraged to explore part‑qualified opportunities.

• Competitive salary.
• Profit‑sharing scheme (approximately £1,000 per year).
• Generous annual leave and flexible work arrangements.
• Contributory pension plan (5% salary match).

• Buddy scheme and line‑manager support.
• Agile working policy (up to three days working from home; first months up to four days on‑site).
• Health assessments, GP access, cancer screenings.
• Access to mental health and wellbeing resources.

• Mentorship and career progression opportunities.
• Participation in our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion programme.
• Volunteer to join one of our people networks (Accessibility, Cultural Heritage, Faith, LGBTQ+, Social Mobility, Women).

Saffery is a partner‑led, people‑focused firm of chartered accountants, tax and business advisers. We deliver high‑quality service to a variety of high‑profile clients and value a culture of inclusiveness.