Trainee Rural Accountant (Apprenticeship route)

Trainee Accountant Apprentice required for our Rural team in Yeovil. Applications are welcome from school and college leavers seeking an entry-level role, or graduates, or career changers with tailored training pathways for everyone.

At Old Mill, you’ll combine real client work, expert mentoring, and a fully-funded professional qualification, all within a supportive and inclusive culture where you can truly be yourself.

We believe our Trainees are the future of Old Mill, in a collaborative environment, we spot talent and nurture your skills to get the best out of you.

You don’t need previous experience; you will be surrounded by experts who will support and guide you in your learning. All we ask is that you are ambitious in pursuing a career in accountancy, with strong exam results from either GCSEs or A-Level.

Your future…

You’re switched on, a quick thinker and take pride in your work. Your determination to succeed will stand you in good stead in your career at Old Mill.

As a trusted team member, your responsibilities will include bookkeeping tasks and the preparation of simple accounts and tax returns. You will be surrounded by a team who are there to learn from and to support you. 

We support our trainee accountants through the professional AAT and ACA qualifications via an apprenticeship which allows you to apply your learnings in a work environment, gaining vital and valuable experience whilst earning a salary.

About Old Mill

With 350+ professionals across the South West, Old Mill combines the close-knit culture of a local firm with the opportunities of a much larger organisation.

• Our values: We all aim to be open-minded, passionate, and lovely to work with.
• Our culture: We embrace diversity of thought, encourage fresh ideas, and create an environment where everyone can thrive.
• Our difference: You’re not just a job title or a number; you’re our future.

Here you’ll find a culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and innovation. We'll give you all the tools, support, and freedom to grow into your future role. We believe that respect, trust, and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. We create a positive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and be part of something meaningful. We take pride in fostering an inclusive space that values professional growth, flexible working, and individual wellbeing.

Why join us?

• Hands-on from the start: You won’t be making coffee or filing paperwork; you’ll be solving real problems and working with clients straight away.
• Professional qualification: We’ll support you through AAT or ACA studies, giving you the technical expertise, skills, and behaviours to become a qualified accountant.
• Career you can shape: With on-the-job learning and mentoring from experts, you’ll be empowered to carve out a career path that excites you.
• Inclusive culture: We welcome applications from all backgrounds. You don’t need to have studied accountancy. If you’re curious, motivated, and keen to learn, we’ll teach you the rest.

We offer a competitive starting salary, reviewed regularly as you progress, alongside full study support and clear salary progression as you complete exams. This is a long-term career opportunity with a clear progression pathway from trainee to qualified accountant.

Requirements

Obviously, we need people who are “good with numbers.” But to really thrive here, you’ll bring:

• Curiosity and problem-solving skills - always asking questions and looking for better ways of doing things.
• Attention to detail, business awareness, and a can-do attitude.
• The ability to balance competing demands, organise your workload, and stay committed when challenges arise.
• Strong people skills - accountancy is a people-focused profession, so you’ll be comfortable having open, honest conversations with clients and colleagues.
• A hunger to succeed, and an open mind to continuous learning from both your studies and those around you.

Some familiarity with rural or agricultural environments (through work, study or personal background) would be beneficial, given the nature of our client base.

Benefits

We go beyond the basics to support your personal and professional growth:

• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.
• An additional day off for your birthday.
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing).
• Full funding for your professional qualifications and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Access to exclusive employee perks and discounts.
• Competitive pension scheme to plan for your future.

Start dates

Trainees will start in September 2026, and we're planning an assessment centre for May.

Ready to apply?

If you’re ambitious, curious, and ready to shape your own future, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note that we’re strong advocates of AI. Our teams use it every day to work smarter and free up time for more meaningful client conversations. But when it comes to your application, we’d really prefer you keep it human. This isn't a spelling or grammar test - we want to get to know the real you - the person behind the CV. Graduate recruitment is as much about who you are as what you know, and we want to see your personality, ideas, and motivation shine through. AI has its place, but in this part of the recruitment process, it’s you we’re most interested in.

If you require any additional support with your application, please get in touch with kaz.austen@om.uk.

Applications will close on 10th April 2026. For those who are successful, the recruitment process will include your application, a video interview, and some online tests before an invitation to an assessment centre.