Work Experience Opportunity: Accountancy Placement at Whitings LLP

About the Opportunity

Are you interested in numbers, business, or finance?
This Accountancy Work Experience Placement with Whitings LLP gives young people the chance to see what it’s really like to work in a professional accountancy firm.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in how accountants help individuals and businesses manage their finances, prepare accounts, and stay compliant with tax and financial regulations, all while being supported by experienced mentors.

It’s the perfect opportunity to explore a career in finance and develop transferable skills that employers value.

What You’ll Be Doing

During your placement, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals and get involved in real tasks across different areas of the business, such as:

• Assisting with data entry for bookkeeping and client records using accounting software
• Helping prepare spreadsheets and financial summaries using Excel
• Observing how invoices, receipts, and expense claims are processed
• Supporting the team with document filing, scanning, and digital record management
• Learning about payroll, VAT returns, and basic tax processes
• Gaining insight into how financial statements and reports are prepared

What You’ll Gain

• First-hand experience of life inside a professional accountancy firm
• Practical digital and financial skills
• An understanding of how businesses manage money and stay compliant
• Experience to add to your CV or apprenticeship applications
• The chance to build confidence and discover whether accountancy could be the right career for you

Who It’s For

This placement is open to young people ideally aged 19 and under who are curious about business, finance, or numbers.
No prior experience is required, just an interest in learning and a positive attitude.

Key Details

Location: Whitings LLP, Phoenix House, 2 Phoenix Pk, Eaton Socon, Wyboston, St. Neots, PE19 8EP
Starting: Availability to start from December