BHP is proud to be part of the Sumer Group, one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy practices. Together, we’re creating brighter futures for our people, our clients, and our communities.
We’re now inviting applications for our Early Careers Trainee Programme on our Financial Reporting, Advisory & Valuations (FRAV) team, designed for those ready to take their first step into a rewarding career in Valuations. You’ll gain the skills, qualifications and experience to become a fully qualified professional, supported every step of the way.
You’ll be joining a friendly, professional team where enthusiasm, curiosity and commitment are valued as highly as experience.
Working within the Valuations team, you’ll support a wide range of valuation assignments for financial reporting, tax and commercial purposes. Day to day, you’ll assist with financial analysis, research, financial modelling and the preparation of valuation reports across projects including company and group valuations, purchase price allocations, impairment reviews, share option valuations and the valuation of complex financial instruments such as convertible loan notes.
As your confidence grows, so will your responsibilities. You’ll work alongside experienced valuation professionals, developing an understanding of different valuation methodologies, analysing businesses and financial information, and helping to communicate valuation conclusions clearly to clients and other stakeholders.
We’ll equip you with the technical training and personal skills development you need to progress, ensuring you build a strong foundation for a long-term career in accountancy.
The programme
You’ll join a training contract, combining practical client experience with professional study towards your qualification (AAT or ACA).
Alongside your qualification, you’ll become part of the Sumer Academy, our dedicated early careers development programme. The Academy runs alongside your studies, offering a blend of online and in-person learning, focused on building both your technical and soft skills that will help you thrive in your future career.
You’ll also train as part of a group-wide cohort, connecting with other trainees from across the Sumer Group to share experiences and learn together.
What’s on offer
- Full study support, including paid study leave and course fees
- Buddy and mentoring systems to help you settle in and progress
- Group-wide cohort training through the Sumer Academy
- Opportunities to grow your career beyond qualification
- Exposure to a diverse range of clients and projects
About you
We’re ideally looking for a Graduate. To apply, you’ll need a strong academic history, including a minimum of a Grade C/5 in English and B/6 in Maths at GCSE level (or equivalent).
You’ll also be:
- An effective communicator – confident in listening and expressing ideas clearly with clients and colleagues.
- Collaborative – a team player who enjoys sharing ideas and working together to achieve great results.
- Time efficient – able to balance work and study with good organisation and prioritisation.
- A problem solver – curious, adaptable and ready to take on challenges.
- Results focused – proud to deliver a high standard of work and service.
- Keen to learn – enthusiastic about developing your skills and career.
The process
Our application process is designed to help you show your best self:
- Application Review
- Online testing (behavioural, numerical and comprehension)
- Assessment Centre & Individual Interview
- Offer
Key dates
- Advert closes: 27th October
- Online tests to be sent out to shortlisted candidates: 29th October
- Deadline for completing online tests: 5th November
- Assessment Centres: Our assessment centre will take place on 19th November at our Leeds office.
Key details
- Location: 1st Floor, Mayesbrook House, Lawnswood Business Park, Redvers Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS16 6QY
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
- Start Date: September 2027
Our values
We have a strong set of values that define who we are and everything we do:
- WE SHINE TOGETHER – We celebrate everyone’s individuality and work as one team.
- WE DO THE RIGHT THING – We act with kindness, fairness and integrity in everything we do.
- WE MAKE IT COUNT – We’re quietly brave as we make a difference, every day, for our clients and communities.
About BHP
We love what we do, we’re proud of who we are, and we have fun along the way.
At BHP, we’re more than just a business advisory firm, we’re a team of passionate professionals dedicated to helping our clients and our people to thrive.
With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach, we’re proud to be officially recognised as a Great Place To Work, and one of the best workplaces in the industry. Our commitment to flexibility, collaboration, and continuous improvement has earned us numerous awards, including:
- Best Workplaces™ for Development
- Best Workplaces™ for Women
- Best Workplaces™ for Wellbeing
- Best Workplaces™ in Financial Services & Insurance
- Employer of the Year
We value inclusion, creating a workplace where everyone belongs and can perform at their best.
