Audit Junior Apprenticeship

MHA

Buckinghamshire, Colchester, Lancaster, Leicester, Liverpool, London, Maidenhead, Peterborough, Preston

Closes on Monday 11 January 2027

Posted on 17 September 2026

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Summary

Join MHA as an Audit Junior apprentice. You’ll gain hands-on experience working with a variety of clients, build your audit and accounting skills, and study towards AAT Level 4 and ACA Level 7 qualifications, with full study support and mentoring throughout your programme.

Wage

Competitive

Competitive wage offered

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Your pay will progress throughout the apprenticeship, so you won’t need to wait until the end of the programme for a salary increase. Pay increments are awarded along the way to reflect your growing experience, skills and progress through professional exams.

Training course
Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Thursday 2 September 2027

Duration

3 years

Positions available

15

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • 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)   

Where you'll work

You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.

This apprenticeship is available in these locations:

  • The Pinnacle, 150 Midsummer Boulevard, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 1LZ
  • 910 The Crescent, Colchester Business Park, Colchester, CO4 9YQ
  • 14 Mannin Way, Lancaster, LA1 3SW
  • 11 Merus Court, Meridian Business Park, Leicester, LE19 1RJ
  • Exchange Station, Tithebarn Street, Liverpool, L2 2QP
  • 2 London Wall Place, London, EC2Y 5AU
  • 4 Foundation Park, Roxborough Way, Maidenhead, SL6 3UD
  • The Forum, Minerva Business Park, Lynch Wood, Peterborough, PE2 6FT
  • Richard House, 9 Winckley Square, Preston, PR1 3HP

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

Training course

Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Build trusted and sustainable relationships with individuals and organisations. Consistently support individuals and collaborate to achieve results as part of a team.
  • Influence the impact of business decisions on relevant and affected communities based on an appreciation of different organisations and the environments in which they operate.
  • Communicate in a clear, articulate and appropriate manner.  Adapt communications to suit different  situations, individuals or teams.
  • Identify ethical dilemmas, understand the implications and behave appropriately. Understand their legal responsibilities, both within the letter and the spirit of the law, as well as be aware of the procedures for reporting concerns over potentially unethical activities.
  • Take ownership of allocated projects and effectively manage their own time and the time of others.  Demonstrate good project management skills to deliver high quality work within the appropriate timeline. Act as a role model and motivate others to deliver results.
  • Evaluate information quickly and draw accurate conclusions. Assess a problem from multiple angles  to ensure all relevant issues are considered. Gather the appropriate facts and evidence in order to make decisions effectively.

Training schedule

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.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

A Level in:

Any subject (grade Minimum BCC (112UCAS Points))

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Patience

About this employer

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.

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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. 

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

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.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000054164.

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Closes on Monday 11 January 2027

After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.