Trainee Accountant

Mcbrides-Accountants-LLP; Hereford; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded study support

Company pension

Health MOTs

Mental health support

Wellbeing & community calendar

Job summary

Thorne Widgery, in partnership with DJH, is offering a Trainee Accountant apprenticeship in Hereford. You will receive a fully funded training package and join a team focused on rapid development and excellent client service.

The role provides mentoring, a personal development plan, and exposure to a range of accounting tasks as you work toward your AAT qualification in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic background required: 5 GCSEs at minimum level 5, Maths and English at level 6 or above, aiming for 3 A Levels (or equivalent) Grade C or above
• Strong willingness to learn and build professional accounting skills
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with clients

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing year-end financial statements for a range of clients
• Assist with computations of corporation and personal tax liabilities and support tax planning
• Participate in personal development plans and the AAT studies
• Build relationships with clients and contribute to delivering high-quality service

Education

GCSEs and A Levels

Job description

Trainee Accountant

Application Deadline: 4 January 2027

Department: Early Careers

Employment Type: Apprentice

Location: Hereford

Description

Are you about to finish College or Sixth form and are wondering what to do next? Do you fancy joining the amazing world of accounting? Are you looking for a Practice which has been voted one of the best places to work in the UK, with fully funded training packages and a strong focus on learning and development so you can reach your true potential?

If you’re reading this, then the answer to that question is probably yes. At DJH, our team is at the heart of everything we achieve. And no matter how much we grow, looking after our people will always be our #1 priority. We come in all shapes and sizes, with different qualities, experience and knowledge. Together, our differences create balance. And that is our superpower.

Our partnership with Thorne Widgery means you'll have access to expanded expertise, broader opportunities, and the chance to work across a wider network of specialists. You'll develop faster, learn more, and be part of something bigger.

By joining Thorne Widgery (in partnership with DJH) we’ll be with you at every step, as you grow and develop and build a fantastic career. Together, we’ll achieve great things.

Lets talk about the role...

After a proper induction to the business, a personal development plan will be drawn up for you. It will outline each of the steps you’ll need to take to realise your ambitions and goals of becoming a fully-fledged Accountant. Life will be fast paced, engaging, creative, rewarding and you’ll learn loads every day.

Your typical day as a Trainee Accountant will involve:

• Being part of a talented team, adding value to the exceptional work we deliver
• Preparing year-end financial statements for a wide range of clients
• Calculating corporation and personal tax liabilities, whilst coming up with tax planning ideas
• Cracking on with your personal development plan – shadowing, questioning, and learning to help you achieve your ambitions and be victorious in your AAT studies
• Building long-lasting relationships with clients and wowing them daily

Lets talk about you and your skills...

Hungry for a new challenge, you'll:

• Have an excellent academic background, with 5 GCSEs at a minimum level 5 and above, with a level 6 or above in both Maths and English and on track to achieve 3 A Levels (or equivalent) Grade C or above
• Love getting to know people and cultivating long-lasting relationships
• Act like a sponge and totally enjoy learning
• Be motivated to deliver extraordinary service and will embrace our “Proven Process”
• Have a proactive attitude, whether a task is complicated or simple, big or small
• Be motivated by a fast paced and bustling environment
• Look at things differently than other people and will enjoy finding alternative solutions
• Excited to immerse yourself in our lively brand, culture and business

Lets talk benefits...

Here’s a few reasons to come and join us, but you’ll find loads more once you get your feet under the table:

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday allowance
• Fully funded study support
• Tailored learning and development
• Company pension
• Health MOTs
• Mental health support
• A fully loaded wellbeing, social & community calendar

Together we achieve great things for our team, clients, communities and the planet. You can read more about Thorne Widgery here.

Please note: This position is for a August 2027 start.