Graduate accountant Work, Jobs in Colchester (with Salaries)

ACA Trainee 2026
Rickard Luckin Limited —Chelmsford
- Full-time
- Driving
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Audit Assistant
Larking Gowen —Ipswich
- From £25,000 a year
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Tax experience
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Audit Senior
Larking Gowen —Ipswich
- From £38,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Private Client Tax Manager
Larking Gowen —Ipswich
- From £47,000 a year
- Business development
- Leadership
- Tax experience
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Private Client Tax Senior
Larking Gowen —Ipswich
- From £30,000 a year
- Business development
- Mentoring
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
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Liaising directly with clients and responding to queries in a timely and professional manner. Be *ACA or ACCA qualified*. Preparing and reviewing VAT Returns.
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BrandArt Ltd —Colchester
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ACA Trainee 2026

Rickard Luckin Limited -
Chelmsford

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
14 days ago

Qualifications

Driving Licence
GCSE
ACA
Driving
A Level

Full job description

ACA Trainee - Graduate & School Leaver Opportunities

Offices in Chelmsford, Basildon & Leigh-on-Sea | Full-time | ACA Qualification
Driving licence preferred

Your future in accountancy starts here - and it's more than just a training contract.

At Rickard Luckin, we're proud of our reputation as one of Essex's leading accountancy firms, built on our values of being Passionate, Personal and Professional. We're looking for ambitious and curious individuals, whether you're a recent graduate or an A-Level school leaver, to join our ACA Trainee Programme and start your journey to becoming a Chartered Accountant.

Our structured programme combines technical training, real client work and personal development. You'll rotate through our specialist teams, work with a wide range of clients and study towards your ACA qualification with support at every step.

Entry Requirements (predicted grades):

For School Leavers:

GCSE: Grade 7 in English and Maths
A-Levels: 120 UCAS points at A2 (300 under the previous system), excluding General Studies

For Graduates:

Meet the above A-Level requirements
Achieved (or predicted) minimum 2:1 degree in any discipline

What you'll be doing:

Prepare financial statements and working paper files for a wide variety of clients
Support audits from planning through to completion, including performing testing and gathering evidence
Gain exposure to corporate and personal tax processes
Build strong relationships with colleagues and clients through clear communication
Balance client work with professional study, working closely with your manager and mentor
Use our RLDA (Rickard Luckin Development Academy) and learning platforms to enhance your technical and soft skills
Keep accurate records to support your ACA qualification and apprenticeship requirements

Why Rickard Luckin?

Personal development: We'll support you every step of the way. From your first exam through to your first client meeting and beyond
Culture-led: We care about your wellbeing, growth and individuality. We're looking for culture add, not just culture fit
Supportive rotations: Rotate through our core teams to help you decide where your strengths and interests lie
Long term progression: Many of our previous trainees have gone on to become senior leaders within the firm
Inclusive and fair hiring: Our assessments are designed to give everyone an equal opportunity to shine

The Recruitment Process:

1st Stage - Initial Interview

30-minute video interview with our Talent Acquisition Lead
Focus: Who you are, our values and how we'll grow together

2nd Stage - Assessment & Colour Profile Testing

Two-hour online assessment and working styles profile
Helps us understand how you work best

Final Stage - In-Person Business Presentation

Meet with one of our Client Service Directors and our HR Business Partner for Trainees
Prepare a SWOT analysis on a company of your choice, with guidance provided

Next Steps

To apply, please send your CV and confirm that you meet the entry criteria. If you have any questions or need adjustments during the process, we're here to help.

Join a firm where your future is personal.

We look forward to meeting the next generation of passionate professionals.

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