Join Saffery as a School Leaver Accounts Trainee studying towards the ACA qualification. You'll assist with preparing financial statements, management accounts and related analysis, work with client financial data using accounting systems, assist with resolving day-to-day accounting queries, and prepare accurate work for review by senior team members. The role combines professional study with on-the-job learning in a partner-led, people-focused firm of chartered accountants.

Four-year structured development programme combining professional study with on-the-job learning. Full support and access to first-class tuition centres provided. Bespoke School Leaver Programme developed with Kaplan includes a six-week business simulation designed to build key professional skills such as teamwork, decision-making and leadership. Study of ACA qualification alongside a cohort.

Mentorship and career progression opportunities. Buddy scheme and/or line manager support. Off-site trainee programmes and regular social events. Health assessments, GP access, cancer screenings. Access to mental health and wellbeing resources. Participation in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion programme. Opportunity to volunteer with People networks.

Competitive salary, Profit-sharing scheme (approx. £1,000 per year), Generous annual leave and flexible work arrangements, Contributory pension plan (5% salary match), Buddy scheme and/or line manager support, Agile working policy (up to 3 days working from home; up to 4 days in office encouraged during first few months), Health assessments, GP access, and cancer screenings, Access to mental health and wellbeing resources, Mentorship and career progression opportunities, Participation in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion programme, Volunteer opportunities with People networks, Travel expense reimbursement for in-person interviews.

Saffery is a partner-led and people-focused firm of chartered accountants, tax and business advisers. Since 1855, they have built long-term relationships with diverse, high-profile clients across varied and specialised sectors. As a proud member of Nexia, a worldwide network of trusted member firms, they provide access to local insight on a global scale. The firm is known for its informal and inclusive culture where people can be themselves and enjoy challenging, interesting, rewarding careers.