Accounting
Accounts Junior AAT/ACA (Apprenticeship)
MHA
Location
Peterborough
Salary
Competitive
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Level 7
Start date
1 September 2027
Application deadline
11 January 2027
Vacancy reference
2935
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. You won't just be fully qualified - you'll be fully prepared to drive your own career forward. ABAS is about working closely with businesses to help them understand their finances, meet their accounting responsibilities and make informed decisions. You'll work with our clients across a range of industries, building relationships and gaining hands-on experience preparing accounts, supporting compliance requirements and using accounting technology. As you develop, you will also get involved in management accounts and wider advisory work, helping clients understand their numbers and support future growth.
Requirements
At least 112 UCAS points from your top three subjects (or equivalent)
Skills
Accounts preparationFinancial analysisClient relationship managementAccounting technologyTax computationsProblem solving
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
Accounts preparation assignments, Working closely with your mentor on a wide range of client accounts, Working from source documents to final accounts, Corporation tax computations, Obtaining technical information on clients where appropriate. Studying towards Professional Qualification (AAT Level 3, 4 and ACA Level 7)
Company benefits
Agile working with core hours 10am-2pm and option to work from home up to two days a week (full office attendance required for first six months). 30 days holiday including bank holidays, plus opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days (28 days on training contract with opportunity to buy 5 days). Full study support package including exams, tuition, study leave days and materials. Employee recognition awards and Performance Award bonus. Employee Assistance Programme with free 24-hour confidential support including unlimited counselling sessions and access to virtual doctors for you and your family.
About MHA
MHA is 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. They combine global insight with strong local commitment and hold the Investors in People Gold award. MHA is people-centred, collaborative, and purpose-led with commitment to continuous learning and creating an environment where everyone can thrive.