Accounts and Business Services Apprentice (AAT/ACA)
MHA
Buckinghamshire, Colchester, Kendal, Lancaster, Liverpool, Maidenhead, Peterborough, Preston
Closes on Monday 11 January 2027
Posted on 17 September 2026
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Summary
Join MHA as an Accounts Junior Apprentice, working with businesses across a range of industries to prepare accounts, support tax and compliance work and build your understanding of how businesses operate. You’ll gain hands-on experience while studying towards AAT Levels 3 and 4 and ACA Level 7 qualifications.
- Wage
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Competitive
Competitive wage offered
- Training course
- Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.
Our flexible working policy gives you greater choice over how you structure your day. With core hours of 10am–2pm, you can start earlier or finish later to suit your needs, alongside working from home up to two days a week.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Thursday 2 September 2027
- Duration
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4 years
- Positions available
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5
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
You’ll work with a wide range of businesses, helping prepare accounts, supporting corporation tax and compliance work, and working with financial information from source documents through to final accounts. You’ll build relationships with clients, use accounting technology and, as your experience grows, gain exposure to management accounts and wider advisory work to help clients understand their finances and support future growth.
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
- Kendal House, Murley Moss Business Park, Oxenholme Road, Kendal, LA9 7RL
- 14 Mannin Way, Lancaster, LA1 3SW
- Exchange Station, Tithebarn Street, Liverpool, L2 2QP
- 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)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
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 structured study, hands-on client work and support from experienced colleagues. You’ll build your skills by working on real accounts assignments while studying towards AAT Levels 3 and 4, followed by ACA Level 7. MHA provides full study support, including tuition, exam fees, study materials and dedicated study leave, alongside regular mentoring and practical on-the-job guidance.
Requirements
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
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Creative
- Initiative
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.
https://www.mha.co.uk/careers/early-careers (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
- Agile working
- Full study support package: including exams, tuition, study leave days and materials
- Employee recognition awards
- Performance Award bonus and other recognition initiatives
- Employee Assistance Programme
- A free, confidential 24‑hour support service, including unlimited counselling sessions and access to virtual doctors for you and your family.
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 Accounts and Business Advisory at MHA. As your qualifications, technical knowledge and client experience grow, you can progress into more senior roles, take on greater responsibility for client portfolios and advisory work, and continue developing towards management and specialist opportunities.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000054175.
Apply now
Closes on Monday 11 January 2027
After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.