Accounts & Audit Trainee

Mitten Clarke Limited; Halesowen; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Halesowen is seeking an Accounts & Audit Trainee for a summer 2026 start. The role involves preparing year-end financial statements and building client relationships, with a focus on personal development and AAT studies. Ideal candidates have excellent academic backgrounds, with at least 5 GCSEs and are on track to achieve A Levels. The position offers competitive salary and benefits such as generous holiday allowance and tailored development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday allowance

Early Friday finish

Tailored learning and development

Company pension

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 GCSEs at level 5 and above, with level 6 in Maths and English.
• On track to achieve 3 A Levels (or equivalent) Grade C or above.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end financial statements for a variety of clients.
• Engage in personal development and AAT studies.
• Build long-lasting relationships with clients.

Skills

Excellent academic background

Relationship building

Motivated attitude

Proactive approach

Adaptability

Eager to learn

Thrives in a fast-paced environment

Education

5 GCSEs with minimum grade 5

3 A Levels (or equivalent) Grade C or above

Job description

Accounts & Audit Trainee

Application Deadline: 2 January 2026

Department: Early Careers

Employment Type: Apprentice

Location: Halesowen

Description

In 2025, Nicklin’s joined the DJH Group, marking an exciting milestone as we strengthen our presence in the West Midlands. Nicklin’s is a forward-thinking firm based in Halesowen, a historic accountancy practice to add to our rapidly expanding group, as we take another step towards being one of the top 20 UK firms in this sector!

By joining the team, we’ll be with you at every step, as you grow and develop and build a fantastic career. Together, we’ll achieve great things.

Let’s talk about the role

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
• 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

Let’s talk about you and your skills

Hungry for a challenge, you’ll:

• 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 have a proactive attitude, whether a task is complicated or simple, big or small
• You’ll thrive working to achieve great things alongside the rest of the team
• 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

Let’s 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
• Early Friday finish
• Tailored learning and development
• Company pension

Please note: this role is for a summer 2026 start