Do you enjoy working with numbers, solving problems, and helping businesses thrive?
At Ballards LLP, we’re more than accountants - we’re trusted advisors who blend financial insight with innovative thinking. With offices in Worcester, Droitwich, and Birmingham, we support a wide range of clients across multiple sectors, helping them grow with confidence.
About the Graduate Programme
Our three-year ACA Accounts Graduate Programme is designed to give you a strong foundation in all aspects of accounting and business advisory.
You’ll work as part of a friendly, experienced team - preparing financial statements and personal tax returns, assisting managers with their client portfolios, and supporting colleagues across the firm. From day one, you’ll learn how to turn financial data into meaningful insights while studying towards your ACA qualification, fully funded and supported by Ballards.
Along the way, you’ll also develop your technical knowledge, communication skills, and confidence as you take on more responsibility and begin mentoring junior colleagues.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking motivated, detail-oriented graduates who are eager to learn, organised in their approach, and excited to build a career in accountancy.
If you’re on track for, or have achieved, a 2:1 degree or higher in any discipline, we’d love to hear from you.
What’s in It for You
- Full ACA qualification support and funding
- Hybrid and flexible working
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Career development and progression
- Electric car and cycle-to-work schemes
- Life assurance and pension plan
- Enhanced family and compassionate leave
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support)
At Ballards, you’ll gain real responsibility, expert training, and the chance to make a difference - all while working toward a globally respected professional qualification.
Find out more about Early Careers at Ballards LLP on our portal.
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What We Do
Ballards LLP: Innovative Accountancy and Business Advisory
Ballards LLP is a forward-thinking accountancy and business advisory firm with a rich history of delivering value to our clients. Established in 1985, we've grown from a local practice to a significant player in the professional services landscape, now serving OMBs and large corporates across the UK and internationally.
At Ballards, we offer a unique blend of traditional accountancy services and innovative business solutions. Our expertise spans audit, tax, and compliance, complemented by specialist advisory services in IT consulting, recruitment, brand and marketing, and strategy.
We pride ourselves on our agile approach, combining the stability and expertise our clients expect with the innovative thinking that sets us apart. Our team of professionals is dedicated to providing personalised, value-driven solutions that help our clients navigate complex financial landscapes and achieve their business goals.
As we look to the future, we're committed to expanding our geographical reach, enhancing our service offerings, and continuing to be a trusted partner to businesses across the UK.
