Careers

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Are you a dynamic, forward-thinking finance expert ready for your next challenge? We’re growing fast and looking for ambitious professionals like you.

Big ambitions. Big opportunities.

We’re not just another accounting firm.

Do we provide expert accounting, tax, bookkeeping and business advisory services?

Yes.

But we’re also building something bigger.

We’re expanding, diversifying and creating career-defining opportunities for our team who thrive by offering strategic financial guidance, compliance support and innovative solutions to our clients.

Why join us?

Real Responsibility, Early

You won’t be stuck doing the same small tasks for years. You’ll get hands-on experience and real ownership from the start!

Early on, you’ll be involved in client work, not just internal prep, with the support around you to build confidence as you go.

Learn Faster, with Real Business Exposure

You’ll work directly with ambitious business owners seeing real decisions; not just ticking compliance boxes.

Our clients are growing businesses, so you’ll gain exposure to everything from day-to-day operations through to bigger decisions around growth, structure and performance.

Clear Progression (and pay that grows with it)

No guesswork. As you develop, your role, responsibility and salary should move with you.

Regular performance and progression reviews mean you’re not left waiting years to take the next step or wondering what it takes to move forward.

Be Part of Something Bigger

Our clients aren’t the only ones growing. With new offices, an expanding team and a clear direction, you won’t be joining a firm standing still.

With offices in Maldon, South Woodham Ferrers and Chelmsford to support our growing client base, you’ll be part of a business that’s actively building.

Support to Build Your Career

We want you to progress. Whether that’s learning on the job, gaining qualifications or stepping into bigger roles: we’ll back you!

Many of our team study alongside their roles and we support that with time, guidance and funding where appropriate (alongside real-world experience you gain in the job).

A Grown-up Working Environment

We trust people to manage their time properly: flexibility where needed, without the usual corporate box-ticking.

Whether it’s appointments, adjusting your day or working from a different office, we focus on outcomes instead of rigid rules or unnecessary oversight.

We're looking for great people.

View our open positions below.

Chartered Accountant | Chelmsford

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Chartered Accountant to join our Chelmsford team.

We’re not looking for someone to simply produce accounts and sign things off. You’ll be managing your own portfolio as the person clients turn to: managing relationships, shaping decisions and helping them understand what their numbers actually mean for the future of their business.

Bookkeeper | Chelmsford

Growing our team in our brand new Chelmsford office means we’re looking for a bookkeeper to join us!

This isn’t a role where you sit in the background just ticking things off. You’ll be working with multiple clients, keeping everything accurate and up to date and becoming someone they rely on.

Semi-Senior Accountant | Maldon

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Semi-Senior Accountant to join our Maldon team.

We don’t want you stuck doing the same thing day in, day out. You’ll be involved in a mix of accounts, tax and client work, giving you the exposure and support needed to keep developing your skills and progress your career.

Trainee Accounts Assistant | Southend

Growing our team in our brand new Southend office means we’re looking for a trainee accounts assistant to join us!

We’re looking for someone with the ambition to build a long-term career in accountancy. You’ll work with a range of clients, learn from an experienced team and develop into a trusted part of our business.

Future Roles: If you're ambitious, we want you!

We’re always on the lookout for talented, driven individuals to join our growing team.

Whether you already have years of experience within accounting, bookkeeping or advisory work or you’re simply passionate about working within the sector, we still want to hear from you – even if you don’t see the perfect role listed right now!

A trusted team that's growing with us

As the firm grows, so do our people. From first roles to experienced hires, we support people properly, giving them more responsibility, more opportunity and the confidence to step up.

Michael Bedier
Michael BedierAccounting & Tax Advisory
I joined Pocknells in 2020 as a Level 3 AAT Apprentice. Since then I have completed my AAT and ACCA exams to become a fully qualified Chartered Accountant. Pocknells has been a key part in my progression throughout the process. I’ve been trusted with my own portfolio of clients which I enjoy interacting with and building connections. The trust placed in me is very motivating. The team as whole is extremely friendly and welcoming and great to be a part of.
Sophie O'Sullivan
Sophie O'SullivanBookkeeping & Payroll
When I joined the Pocknells payroll team in 2025, it was a big change for me but everyone made me feel welcome straight away. I have enjoyed learning something new in a supportive environment and everyone is so approachable, I felt that I was really able to build my confidence.
Stuart Arthur
Stuart ArthurAccounting & Tax Advisory
Since joining Pocknells, I’ve been supported in further developing my role as a Senior Account Manager. I’ve had the chance to keep building my knowledge and advising my clients. It’s a great team to be part of and I enjoy training the next generation of accountants.
Brad Peterson
Brad PetersonOperations & Client Support
Pocknells is the first role I've had in a long time where I feel that ownership puts their money where their mouth is. They're ambitious to grow and know that to do that they need to invest in their people and their systems. I've felt so supported since joining - very much a 'we want you to be on this growth journey with us' - which has been incredibly refreshing and rewarding.

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