We’re delighted to be one of the country’s most outstanding SME apprenticeship employers after being placed 6th in this year’s Top 50 SME Apprenticeship Employers.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, we are always on the look out for those who not only want to build a career in accountancy, but want to be part of a forward thinking, experienced and talented independent accountancy firm.

Donna Brasier – HR Manager

Please click on a job below to view and apply.

Accounts Senior - Hull

Audit Senior - Hull

Manager – Hull

Starting your accountancy career?

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Amazing benefits of working for Smailes Goldie

In addition to the normal benefits we offer:

Flexible working

Full study support for professional exams

Opportunities for secondments to other departments

Quarterly social events

Staff commission structure

Involvement in project teams

Massive opportunities for progression to those who deliver

Central locations, with car parking

Modern working environment

We are committed to training the accountants of the
future and are extremely proud of our trainee programme.

This year Smailes Goldie has increased the number of trainees recruited and will fund their tuition, exams and study leave
as well as give them much needed guidance throughout their professional training.

But don’t just take our word for it. This is what our trainees say about us.

“Since joining Smailes Goldie, I have received infinite support within my studies and daily work. I am looking forward to progressing through my career with Smailes by gaining further knowledge and experience in the future.” – Chloe

“Everyone at Smailes Goldie is extremely helpful and offers endless support for my studies. I really enjoy working at Smailes and I am excited to progress my career here and complete my ICAEW ACA qualifications.” – Holly

“Since starting at Smailes Goldie, I’ve had the chance to learn on the job and work with experienced professionals. It’s been great gaining hands-on experience and building my skills while working towards my qualifications. The support here has really helped me kick-start my career in accounting.” – Taylor

“When I started at Smailes Goldie, I was given nothing but support from the people around me to help me develop my professional skills and knowledge while pursuing my ACA qualifications. I enjoy working in a friendly and encouraging environment as I advance in my career as an accountant.” – Issy

In fact...

91%

of our Partners were promoted internally

87%

of our Managers were promoted internally

63%

of our Managers are female and

37%

are male

44%

of our staff are male and

56%

are female

is the average age of our staff

is the average age of our Partners

89%

of our staff work full time

11%

of our staff work part-time

FAQs

I want to work in Accountancy and/or Tax but I don’t have a degree in Accountancy. Are there any opportunities for me?

Yes, you do not have to have a degree in accountancy. You can have a degree in any subject however, we do look for a 2:1 grade.

What are your entry level requirements for A level apprenticeship schemes?

3B’s or 120 Ucas points which equals the same as 3B’s.

Do you offer study support?

Yes, we offer full study and mentoring support.

Do you offer internships?

We do not offer internships.

How do I apply for a vacancy ?

By sending your CV and covering letter to recruitment@smailesgoldie.co.uk

How do I contact if I have any other queries?

Contact HR Manager, Donna Brasier

donnabrasier@smailesgoldie.co.uk

Discover what genuine career progression looks like

Careers

2023

April 2023

Starting at the firm in 2013 as a trainee, Jamie Chilcott became a Manager in 2019 and has now been made a Partner at Smailes Goldie in 2023

2022

May 2022

Matt Fox joins Smailes Goldie as a Partner, having spent the previous 16 years working in a Big Four firm.

2022

2022

Billy first joined Smailes Goldie in 2010 as an Audit and Accounts Trainee and later became a Manager in 2016. Billy was made a Partner of the firm in 2022.

2021

Ben Thiim returned to Smailes Goldie in 2017 and was made Director of Capital Taxes, having started and trained with the firm in 2003 before relocating to London. In April 2021 Ben was appointed as a Partner.

2021

Faye Sherwood joined Smailes Goldie in April 2021 as an Assistant Manager and in July 2022 she was promoted to Accounts Manager

2021

Victoria Shannon joined Smailes Goldie in May 2013 and was soon promoted to Manager in 2014. In 2017 Victoria was made Director of Agriculture and Landed Estates and in April 2021 was made a Partner of the firm.