ACA Trainee Review
at Rickard Luckin
Degree Apprenticeship
Accounting, Audit
Chelmsford
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
As an ACA trainee in audit, I work as part of a team to complete different tests on a company set of financial statements.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy the variety of work. There is good balance between work and study.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have significantly developed a range of skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
There is a clear pathway to completing the ACA programme which is set out at the beginning of the apprenticeship.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Rickard Luckin staff have been supportive through my journey thus far and I regularly receive feedback on my work. 6 monthly reviews and line manager meetings provide regular support.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
First Intuition provide lots of useful resources to support our studies and the tuition weeks are well structured.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
All the content we learn for the exams is highly relevant to the job role.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Rickard Luckin hold regular events including quarterly firm socials and team days.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Rickard Luckin to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Rickard Luckin really values their staff. It’s a great size company to feel supported and appreciated throughout the ACA trainee programme.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Rickard Luckin?
Just be yourself and get involved
