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Accounting

Audit Junior AAT/ACA (Apprenticeship)

MHA
Location
London
Salary
Competitive
Degree awarded
Level 7
Start date
1 September 2027
Application deadline
11 January 2027
Vacancy reference
2925
Minimum grades
112 UCAS points from top three subjects (or equivalent)
Disability Confident
✓ Yes

About the role

We're looking for talented individuals who bring initiative, creativity, and curiosity to the table. In return, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience, receive mentorship from some of the industry's best and earn recognised professional qualification. By the end of your Apprenticeship Programme, you'll be a well-rounded, commercially minded professional, ready to take on interesting and challenging responsibilities. Audit is a varied and highly client-facing career that gives you the opportunity to work with a wide range of organisations and understand how their businesses operate. You'll spend time working at MHA offices as well as regularly travelling to and working from client sites. As an Audit Junior, you'll experience the power of collaboration as you work with diverse teams on real projects, build lasting connections with colleagues and start off by learning the fundamentals, including: Working on audit and accounts preparation assignments with your team, Working closely with your mentor on audit planning memorandum, Analytical reviews, Drafting client letters, Preparing accounts and producing sets of financial statements, Studying towards Professional Qualification (AAT Level 3,4 and ACA Level 7).

Requirements

Achieved or predicted at least 112 UCAS points from your top three subjects (or equivalent). Comfortable in an evolving environment and enjoys solving a variety of challenges. Comfortable working in different environments, meeting new people, and representing MHA professionally. Being able to travel independently and having access to a car can be beneficial for this role.

Skills

Financial analysisClient relationship managementAttention to detailProblem-solvingCommunicationTeamworkProfessional judgement

Required qualifications

Essential
UCAS Points · Any · Grade 112 points from top three subjects
Essential
Professional Qualification · AAT · Grade Level 3, 4
Essential
Professional Qualification · ACA · Grade Level 7

Training & development

Full study support package including exams, tuition, study leave days and materials. Hands-on learning through extensive practical on-the-job training. Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals. Professional Qualification training towards AAT Level 3, 4 and ACA Level 7.

Company benefits

Agile working with core hours of 10am-2pm and option to work from home up to two days a week (full office attendance required during first six months for trainees). 30 days' holiday including bank holidays, plus opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days (28 days on training contract with option to buy 5 days). Full study support package including exams, tuition, study leave days and materials. Employee recognition awards including Performance Award bonus. Employee Assistance Programme offering free, confidential 24-hour support service with unlimited counselling sessions and access to virtual doctors for you and family.

Things to consider

Regular travel to client sites required. Some client locations may be difficult to reach by public transport, so independent travel and access to a car can be beneficial. Full office attendance required during first six months of apprenticeship. You'll be working in different environments and meeting new people regularly.

About MHA

At MHA, people come first - our colleagues, our clients, and the communities we support. In 2026, ranked as number 11 in the UK's top accountancy firms and a proud member of Baker Tilly International, the world's 8th largest network. We combine global insight with a strong local commitment. We are committed to continuous learning, growth, and creating an environment where everyone can thrive and be themselves. Proud holder of the Investors in People Gold award, recognising commitment to supporting, developing, and valuing every individual.
If this one works out

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