Junior Practice Accountant

Junior Accountant – Study Support Provided | £23,000–£28,000 | St Albans | Hybrid (Post-Probation)
Want to kick-start your accountancy career with a firm that will back your development every step of the way? This supportive and well-established practice in St Albans is looking for a Junior Accountant who’s eager to learn, gain real client exposure, and progress quickly.
This is an ideal next step for someone with around 6 months’ experience in practice—whether that’s recent, part of a sandwich course, or part-time work alongside studies.
Why This Role Could Be Your Next Step

• Study support provided – full funding plus mentoring from experienced colleagues
• Early exposure – work directly with a wide range of clients from the start
• Career growth – a clear pathway to Semi-Senior and beyond
• Hybrid working – available after probation for the right balance
• Team culture – a supportive environment where your development is the priority

• Assisting in the preparation of statutory accounts for SMEs
• Supporting with VAT returns and bookkeeping
• Helping to prepare personal tax returns
• Working with cloud accounting software such as Xero and QuickBooks
• Learning directly from managers and partners on client service and technical skills

• Around 6 months’ experience in a UK accountancy practice (recent or within the last 18 months)
• Open to those with sandwich course placements or part-time practice experience
• Actively studying AAT, ACA, or ACCA (or planning to start soon)
• Basic knowledge of cloud accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, etc.)
• Enthusiastic, organised, and eager to build a long-term career in practice

• Salary: £23,000 – £28,000 (DOE)
• Location: St Albans, with hybrid working available after probation
• Benefits: Full study support, flexible benefits package, and structured progression
• Development: Genuine training and mentoring to help you move up quickly