ACA Trainee: School Leaver Accounting Career

Saffery Champness; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Generous leave

Pension plan

Flexible work

Job summary

Saffery Champness in High Wycombe invites school leavers to start an ACA trainee journey from September 2027. You’ll study toward the ACA while gaining on‑the‑job accounting experience, developing technical and client‑facing skills within a supportive, inclusive firm culture.

The four‑year training contract combines tuition with hands‑on work, supported by Kaplan, mentoring, and structured development. No prior work experience required. Apply early.

Qualifications

• 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels/Highers (excluding General Studies/AS Levels)
• GCSE Maths and English Language at grade 6/B or above
• AAT Level 4 qualification welcomed; may lead to exemptions

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing financial statements, management accounts and related analysis
• Work with client financial data using a range of accounting systems and tools
• Assist with resolving day-to-day accounting queries as you gain experience, building confidence over time
• Prepare accurate, high-quality work for review by senior team members

Education

UCAS points (top 3 A Levels/Highers) 120

GCSE Maths and English 6/B or equivalent

AAT Level 4 (welcomed)

Job description

Saffery Champness in High Wycombe invites school leavers to start an ACA trainee journey from September 2027. You’ll study toward the ACA while gaining on‑the‑job accounting experience, developing technical and client‑facing skills within a supportive, inclusive firm culture.

The four‑year training contract combines tuition with hands‑on work, supported by Kaplan, mentoring, and structured development. No prior work experience required. Apply early.