At Forrester Boyd, we’re proud to be one of the largest and most forward-thinking independent chartered accountancy firms across Lincolnshire and Yorkshire. Our size and scope mean we can offer trainees a wealth of experience, working with a diverse range of businesses from start-ups to established enterprises. For the right candidates, the opportunities are endless.

We have six offices in Grimsby, Louth, Scunthorpe, Lincoln, Beverley and Leeds. This gives you the chance to enjoy the best of both worlds – from traditional market towns to thriving city centres.

Our client base is as varied; whether it’s supporting a local agricultural business, advising a tech start-up or helping a multinational corporation, you’ll gain experience across a wide mix of sectors and business types.

With over 90 years of experience, we’ve built a reputation for developing talent from within. Many of our partners trained with us, and a great number of our team have spent most, if not all, of their careers here. We’re genuinely committed to helping our people grow and succeed.

We don’t pretend a career in accountancy is easy. It takes focus, professionalism and a strong sense of responsibility. Your advice can have a real impact on a client’s future, helping a new business reach its first big milestone or guiding an owner through a successful exit. The challenges are real, but so is the reward.

Our structured training programme supports you every step of the way. With a current cohort of 36 trainees across the firm, you’ll be part of a strong network from day one. You’ll also have access to mentors at all levels, from recently qualified staff to senior partners, who are here to help you grow technically and personally.

We don’t just focus on qualifications. We help you build essential soft skills too – from communication and time management to teamwork and problem-solving. These are just as important as technical knowledge in a successful career.

We recently won Employer of the Year at the 2026 Yorkshire Accountancy Awards and Mid-Tier Firm of the Year Award in 2025. The judges were struck by how agile and responsive the organisation is in listening to our people, using clear feedback from employee survey results to shape a genuinely collaborative culture. A strong commitment to flexible working and meaningful mental health support stood out, alongside clear action taken to give back to the wider community.

The judges went on to say “Together, these elements demonstrated an employer that truly puts its people first and sets an exceptional standard for workplace culture”.

Alongside professional development, we offer a range of benefits including flexible working, wellbeing support, employee recognition and a lively social calendar that brings our teams together.

If you’re ready to take your first step towards a rewarding career in accountancy, we’d love to hear from you.