HURST Accountants Limited | Accountancy Careers

Our Business

HURST is proud to be one of the UK’s leading independent accountancy firms. Headquartered in South Manchester, our 120-strong team has supported the ambitions of the North West’s most admired businesses for over four decades. We go beyond traditional accountancy — it’s our extra insight and commitment that help our clients truly thrive.

Our friendly and collaborative team includes 19 Partners, supported by a range of Managers, Senior Managers, and other key professionals. We also have 43 dedicated trainees progressing through their qualifications as the next generation of accountants.

Hear from Anthony Woodings, one of our Business Services Partners about working in the Audit team at HURST.

Your Future Starts Here

You might be wondering what makes us different from other top firms — and why you should consider your future with HURST. It’s not just the technical excellence you’ll find across our teams, or the chance to work with some of the region’s most respected brands. It’s the sense of ownership and belonging — and the brilliant people you’ll share it with. You’ll join a team of like-minded individuals who are as friendly as they are forward-thinking, within a culture that’s truly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

We’re proud to be officially recognised as a Great Place to Work™ and named one of the Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services. We’re also accredited by Insider North West as one of the Most Exciting Workplaces.

Trainee Opportunities

Our accountancy training scheme (ICAEW/ACCA) is your first step towards an exciting future with us. If you’re a graduate or considering a career change, we’re looking for high-calibre audit trainees to join our Business Services team for our 2026 intake. (Our 2025 roles are already filled.)

Our training programme is designed to ensure that within three years, you could be fully qualified with the ICAEW or CIOT. You’ll be supported with tuition, professional qualifications, a mentor, and a tailored career development plan. From the outset, you’ll gain hands-on experience, working alongside Partners and Managers on a variety of interesting assignments.

Opportunities for Growth and Development

From day one, you’ll follow a structured development pathway — from Trainee to Partner — with additional support through our partnerships with Vistage and 3Qhub. Our industry-first Vistage Inside programme helps shape future leaders, while our Career Enrichment Programme includes secondments, sabbaticals and bonus leave.

You’ll also benefit from global exposure via PrimeGlobal events, “Workations,” and international secondments. Our Lunch & Learns, the Advancing Leaders programme and a range of bespoke mentoring and coaching opportunities ensure you’re always growing, connecting, and progressing.