Accounting
Accounts Junior AAT/ACA (Apprenticeship)
MHA
Location
Preston
Salary
Competitive
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Level 7
Start date
1 January 2027
Application deadline
12 October 2026
Vacancy reference
2860
Minimum grades
112 UCAS points from top three subjects or equivalent
Disability Confident
✓ Yes
About the role
Join MHA as an Accounts Junior in our Preston office. You'll gain valuable hands-on experience working on real client accounts, preparing financial statements, and supporting compliance requirements. Work with diverse teams on meaningful projects, learning from industry professionals through practical on-the-job training. You'll progress through accounts preparation, corporation tax computations, and eventually move into management accounts and advisory work while studying towards professional qualifications.
Requirements
At least 112 UCAS points from your top three subjects (or equivalent)
Skills
Accounts preparationCorporation tax computationsFinancial analysisClient relationship managementAccounting technologyAttention to detail
Required qualifications
Essential
UCAS Points · Any · Grade 112 points
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. Study towards Professional Qualification (AAT Level 3, 4 and ACA Level 7). Hands-on training covering accounts preparation, working with client accounts from source documents to final accounts, corporation tax computations, and technical client information gathering. Mentorship from experienced professionals with practical on-the-job learning.
Company benefits
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). Agile working with core hours 10am-2pm and option to work from home up to two days a week (full office attendance required during first six months). Full study support package including exams, tuition, study leave days and materials. Employee recognition awards including Performance Award bonus. Employee Assistance Programme providing free 24-hour confidential support including unlimited counselling and virtual doctors. Investors in People Gold award holder.
Things to consider
Full office attendance required during first six months of apprenticeship, with greater flexibility available after that period.
About MHA
MHA is the UK's 11th top accountancy firm and a proud member of Baker Tilly International, the world's 8th largest network. We combine global insight with strong local commitment. People-centred approach with focus on supporting colleagues, clients, and communities. Holders of Investors in People Gold award recognising commitment to supporting, developing and valuing every individual.