Accounts & Audit Trainee

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