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Accounting

Audit Junior AAT/ACA (Apprenticeship)

MHA
Location
Leicester
Salary
Competitive
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Level 7
Start date
1 September 2027
Application deadline
11 January 2027
Vacancy reference
2968
Minimum grades
At least 112 UCAS points from your top three subjects (or equivalent)

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. From an early stage, you'll build relationships with clients, ask questions and gather the information and evidence you need to support your work, while collaborating closely with colleagues across the audit team.

Requirements

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. Able to travel independently and having access to a car can be beneficial for this role.

Skills

Audit planningFinancial analysisClient communicationTeam collaborationProblem-solvingProfessional 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

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). Hands-on learning through extensive and practical on-the-job training.
Future prospects
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'll be fully qualified and fully prepared to drive your own career forward.

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 during 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 including Performance Award bonus and other recognition initiatives. Employee Assistance Programme providing free, confidential 24-hour support service including unlimited counselling sessions and access to virtual doctors for you and your family.

About MHA

MHA ranked as number 11 in the UK's top accountancy firms in 2026 and a proud member of Baker Tilly International, the world's 8th largest network. MHA combines global insight with strong local commitment. Proud holder of the Investors in People Gold award, recognising commitment to supporting, developing, and valuing every individual. People-centred approach with collaborative, purpose-led teams committed to continuous learning and growth.