Trainee Accountant

Trainee Accountant

Department: Early Careers

Employment Type: Apprentice

Location: Walsall

Description

Are you about to finish college or 6th 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.

By joining 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 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...

• 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
• You’ll love getting to know people and cultivating long‑lasting relationships
• You’re like a sponge and totally enjoy learning
• You’ll be motivated to deliver extraordinary service and will embrace our “Proven Process”
• You’ll have a proactive attitude, whether a task is complicated or simple, big or small
• You’re motivated by a fast paced and bustling environment
• You’ll look at things differently than other people and will enjoy finding alternative solutions
• You’re 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 + plus an extra day off for your birthday
• Flexible hybrid working
• Volunteering day
• Dress for your day
• 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 DJH here. Please note: This role is for a 2026 start.

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