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AOS - Accounting & Outsourcing School Leaver Apprenticeship Rotation Programme
Forvis Mazars
Location
Birmingham
Salary
Competitive
Level
Level 3 – Advanced
Qualification
Level 6
Start date
1 September 2027
Vacancy reference
JR800
Minimum grades
GCSE Maths and English Language grade 4/C, minimum 112 UCAS tariff points from top three A Levels, BTECs, Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers or other recognised Level 3 qualifications
Apprenticeships are open from age 16, once you have finished Year 11 (S4 in Scotland).
About the role
Kick-start your career with hands-on experience through the Accounts & Outsourcing Services (AOS) Programme. You'll gain hands-on experience across teams while working towards a professional ACA qualification. Work with a diverse range of clients, from fast-growing entrepreneurial businesses to large international organisations, helping them manage their finances, improve processes and make informed business decisions. Through rotations, you'll gain experience supporting fast-growing businesses with effective finance functions, preparing financial information, delivering valuable business insights, and working on advisory projects.
Requirements
GCSE Maths and English Language at Grade 4/C (or equivalent qualifications). Achieved or predicted a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points from your top three A Levels, BTECs, Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers, or other recognised Level 3 qualifications. Curious, ambitious, problem-solver, organised, detail-focused, collaborative, eager to gain qualifications, takes ownership, adaptable, interested in business and finance, ready to use technology and AI tools.
Skills
accountingfinancial analysisclient managementtechnologydata analysisproject managementdigital toolsAI-enabled toolsaudittax
Required qualifications
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 4
Essential
GCSE · English Language · Grade 4
Essential
A Level / BTEC / Scottish Higher · Any · Grade 112 UCAS points from top 3
Training & development
Funded ACA study, structured training and study leave. Develop technical knowledge through professional study, practical client work and day-to-day support from your team. Build digital confidence by learning how tax technology, data and automation support modern client work. Access to a buddy, mentor and colleagues. Balanced study and client work with structured support, regular check-ins and practical guidance.
Future prospects
By the end of the programme, you'll have a broad understanding of accounting and outsourcing services, valuable client experience, strong digital and project management skills, and the confidence to choose a specialism that's right for you. Develop as more than a qualified accountant with skills, confidence and commercial understanding needed to build strong client relationships and progress towards future leadership opportunities.
Company benefits
Funded ACA study, structured training, study leave, access to buddy and mentor support, peer groups for exam preparation, balanced study and client work, exposure to different teams, clients and industries, supportive learning environment.
About Forvis Mazars
Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. In the UK, they span 14 offices across the nation and have over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. They have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future.
If this one works out
This role is in Birmingham. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £500–£750 a month.