Trainee Accounts Associate — ACA Training (Hybrid)

Ballards LLP; Droitwich Spa; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Ballards LLP in Worcester and Droitwich is inviting applications for a new permanent Trainee Accounts Associate (ACA). The role offers hybrid working, 3 days across both offices, and a clear ACA training pathway to develop technical accounting and tax skills.

You'll join the Accounts team, support year-end accounts, corp tax, bookkeeping and VAT, and study towards ACA while gaining practical client experience across the Midlands.

Qualifications

• Graduate applications are encouraged; degree or equivalent, ideally 2:1 or above.
• You’ll be supported to study towards ACA while gaining practical experience.
• Strong organisation, numeracy and attention to detail are essential.
• Confident, open communication and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts and supporting working papers for manager review.
• Assist with corporation tax computations and returns; personal tax where required.
• Support bookkeeping and VAT return preparation.
• Help managers and portfolio holders keep client compliance work accurate and on schedule.
• Build relationships with colleagues and clients; develop commercial understanding.
• Work across Worcester and Droitwich offices.
• Gain broader exposure; potential Audit and Private Client experience.
• Study towards the ACA qualification and apply learning to client work.

Skills

Strong organisation

Numeracy

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Graduate degree or equivalent, 2:1+

Job description

Ballards LLP in Worcester and Droitwich is inviting applications for a new permanent Trainee Accounts Associate (ACA). The role offers hybrid working, 3 days across both offices, and a clear ACA training pathway to develop technical accounting and tax skills.

You'll join the Accounts team, support year-end accounts, corp tax, bookkeeping and VAT, and study towards ACA while gaining practical client experience across the Midlands.