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Audit Junior Apprenticeship

MHA · KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED
Location
Lancaster
Postcode
LA1 3SW
Salary
Competitive
Duration
3 Years
Hours per week
37.5h
Positions available
15
Degree awarded
Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)
Start date
2 September 2027
Application deadline
11 January 2027
Posted
17 September 2026
Vacancy reference
2000054164

About the role

  • 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 4 / ACA Level 7)   

Working week

Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.

Skills

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativePatience

Required qualifications

Essential
A Level · Any subject · Grade Minimum BCC (112UCAS Points)

Training & development

You’ll train through a combination of practical on-the-job experience, structured study and support from experienced colleagues. From day one, you’ll work on real audit and accounts assignments, developing your skills by working alongside your team and learning directly from experienced professionals.

Your training will include areas such as audit planning, analytical reviews, preparing accounts, producing financial statements and drafting client communications. You’ll also spend time working with different clients, both in MHA offices and at client sites, helping you build your technical knowledge, confidence and understanding of how different businesses operate.

Alongside your practical experience, you’ll study towards recognised professional qualifications, progressing through AAT Level 4 and ACA Level 7. MHA will provide a full study support package, including tuition, exam fees, study materials and dedicated study leave.

Throughout the programme, you’ll receive regular guidance, feedback and mentoring to support your development and help you progress towards becoming a qualified accounting professional.

Future prospects

Successful completion of the apprenticeship can lead to a long-term career in Audit at MHA. As your experience and qualifications grow, you can progress from Audit Junior into more senior roles, taking on greater responsibility for client work, supporting junior colleagues and managing sections of audits, with opportunities to continue developing towards management and beyond.

Company benefits

Agile working: Our flexible working policy gives you greater choice over how you structure your day. With core hours of 10.00am - 2.00pm, you can start earlier or finish later to suit your needs, alongside the option to work from home up to two days a week. 

30 days’ holiday, including bank holidays, plus the opportunity to buy up to 5 days.

Full study support package: including exams, tuition, study leave days and materials. 

About MHA

MHA is a leading UK accountancy and business advisory firm, ranked 11th among the UK’s top accountancy firms in 2026. As a member of Baker Tilly International, we combine strong local relationships with access to a global network. Our people-first culture focuses on learning, development and giving colleagues the support and opportunities to build rewarding long-term careers.

Website
www.mha.co.uk/careers/early-careers