Graduate Trainee Accountant - ACA & ACA/CTA - September 2027 Start

Bishop Fleming LLP; West of England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work-Certified

ICAEW partner

Job summary

Bishop Fleming LLP in the South West of England is offering a Graduate Trainee Accountant role with ACA/CTA apprenticeship starting September 2027. You will gain hands-on experience in accounting, audit and tax while working within a supportive, award-winning firm.

The programme, designed through ICAEW partnership, provides tailored training, exposure to diverse client work, and a clear path to professional qualification as you build a career in public practice.

Qualifications

• 2:2 degree in any discipline (predicted or achieved).
• 3 A Levels totalling 112 UCAS points with BBC minimums.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade 6 (B) or above.

Education

2:2 degree in any discipline

3 A Levels (or equivalent) totalling 112 UCAS points

GCSE English and Maths at Grade 6 (B) or above

Job description

Graduate Trainee Accountant - ACA & ACA/CTA - September 2027 Start

Want a career in accountancy that sets you apart? Bishop Fleming is a dynamic audit, accounting, tax and advisory business. Our strength lies in our people and the relationships they build with our clients and each other. That is why, among numerous other awards, we are Great Place to Work-Certified!

• Globally Recognised Qualification: Achieve the recognised ACA or ACA/CTA qualification as part of our apprenticeship programme, opening doors to a globally recognised career.
• Hands-On Learning: Dive into valuable hands-on experience in our Accounting, Audit or Tax teams right from the start, allowing you to make a significant impact early in your career.
• Diverse Client Base: Be part of our remarkable growth story, working with ambitious and inspiring clients across diverse industries.
• Tailored Training: Our Trainee Chartered Accountant (ACA or ACA/CTA) apprenticeship programme promises a fulfilling journey, offering tailored training and development opportunities.
• Partnered with ICAEW: As an esteemed partner in learning with ICAEW, you'll receive excellent support and guidance throughout your apprenticeship.

Our Opportunities Explore roles across our dynamic Accounting, Audit and Tax teams, each offering unique avenues for growth and development.

• Accounting: Collaborate closely with clients, to help them prepare and understand their accounts, stay compliant, and appreciate the financial implications of their decisions.
• Audit: Play a pivotal role in ensuring financial records' accuracy and compliance, contributing to informed business decisions.
• Tax: Navigate complex tax systems, assisting individuals and businesses in staying compliant while leveraging available reliefs and allowances.

Our entry requirements include:

• 2:2 degree in any discipline (predicted or achieved)
• 3 A Levels (or equivalent) totalling 112 UCAS points, with minimum grades of BBC.
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 6 (B) or above

All applicants must have proof of Right to Work in the UK for the duration of the programme. Please note that if successful in joining us as a Graduate Trainee, you’ll need to live within a commutable distance of the office you join. We’re not able to provide relocation support, so please do consider this before applying.

We are committed to welcoming new people into an inclusive working environment, where everyone has equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We support a culture where people are valued and treated with respect, and where differences are understood and celebrated. The more varied our workforce, the broader the expertise within our business. The broader our expertise, the greater our chances of innovation and success. That's why we're committed to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion at every level.

As one of the largest professional service firms the South West and West Midlands, we are recognised as a Great Place To Work.

We are a firm that combines stimulating work, a diverse range of clients in many sectors, a modern working environment and fantastic culture.

Your rewarding career in accounting, tax, audit, or advisory starts here.