Graduate ACA Trainee

Job description

Salary: £30,000 + ACA/CTA study + generous commission and bonus structure.

About Us: Sampson Fielding, established in November 2020 by Managing Partners Benjamin Sampson and Elliot Fielding, is a rapidly growing accounting firm. We support over 1,800 corporate and personal clients, with a client base split approximately 50:50 between individual and corporate clients. Our team of 24 professionals is dedicated to providing high-quality services and leveraging technology to enhance our offerings. We are excited to expand our team with enthusiastic and knowledgeable colleagues who share our passion for excellence.

Role OverviewWe are seeking an enthusiastic graduate to join our expanding team as a Junior Trainee Chartered Accountant in our Mayfair office. This role involves all elements of financial compliance work as well as advisory and consultancy services, providing a holistic service offering across a portfolio of our exciting clients. You will undertake the ACA/CTA exams to become a qualified ICAEW Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Adviser within three and a half years.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the relationship manager for a portfolio of clients and deliver on all their requirements from compliance to advisory services.

Prepare statutory accounts, corporation tax returns and computations, and maintain accounting records.

Handle bookkeeping and preparation of VAT returns, management accounts, and assist with audit work where required.

Conduct budgeting and cashflow forecasting, payroll and pension management, and company secretarial tasks.

Implement financial processes and internal controls, and provide profit extraction planning and advice.

Prepare self‐assessment returns and offer business incorporation and structure advice.

Provide advisory and value‐added consultancy services.

Ensure client deadlines are met in a timely and efficient manner, maintaining high standards.

Prioritise workloads and understand clients' regulatory and strategic requirements to provide proactive, high-quality service.

Maintain a good understanding of current accounting standards and tax principles. Attendance at CPD courses and ongoing personal research and learning are expected.

Understand the commercial principles of our firm.

Candidate ProfileEssential Qualifications

Degree‐level qualification from a Top 20 University (or equivalent), with a 2:1 classification or higher.

Strong A‐level results (or equivalent), with a minimum of AAB grades.

GCSEs (or equivalent) with at least a grade A in Maths and English.

Essential Skills and Attributes

Enthusiastic and hard‐working.

Strong problem‐solving, analytical skills, and a strategic mindset.

Attention to detail.

Integrity and trustworthiness.

Ability to take initiative and work independently as well as part of a team.

Ability to apply knowledge in various situations.

Desirable Skills and Attributes

Ability to observe, understand, and add value to client business processes.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Ability to prioritise multiple client deliverables.

Why Join UsThis is a unique opportunity to fast‐track your career in a young, dynamic and professional firm based in Mayfair with a bright future. We recently acquired two other practices, giving you the opportunity to become involved with a diverse portfolio with a wide range of client types. We also have an exciting pipeline of new clients and opportunities.

Our aim is to continue to grow and develop our service offering with a key focus on using technology to help. We have built our own in‐house practice management software, Accounting Flow, demonstrating our passion to be a market‐leading, future‐looking firm.

We pride ourselves on the high‐quality of service we provide to our clients, therefore it is essential that we build a team suitable to go above and beyond. We are excited to grow the team with like‐minded, enthusiastic and knowledgeable colleagues who are passionate about the work we do and the value we add to our clients.

The role offers a wide range of experiences to facilitate your development and success in your long‐term career. You will report directly to a Manager and have the potential to grow within the firm, with opportunities to manage a team, develop client relationships, and focus on business development based on your professional aspirations.

To apply, please send Cover Letter and CV to careers@sampsonfielding.co.uk

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

25-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English