Graduate Accountant (ACA Trainee) | London
This programme is designed specifically for graduates from mathematics, computer science, engineering or physics backgrounds. It is not aimed at accounting, finance or business graduates. Interviews are currently taking place for May–September 2026 start dates.
Who this role is for:
The STEM Pathway is designed for analytically rigorous graduates who want to apply mathematical and technical thinking inside real-world financial infrastructure. If you enjoy modelling systems, solving structured problems and building technical solutions - but also want long-term professional credibility - this programme was built with you in mind.
It is not suitable for accounting, finance or business-led degrees.
Overview
The STEM Pathway is designed specifically for graduates from mathematics, computer science, physics or quantitatively rigorous engineering backgrounds.
This programme is built for analytically rigorous graduates who want to apply mathematical and technical thinking inside real-world financial infrastructure while gaining long-term professional credibility through the ICAEW ACA qualification.
About the Firm
Based in Central London, this specialist digital assets accounting and advisory firm operates at the intersection of:
* Financial regulation
* Assurance and reporting technology
The firm works with over 500 Web3 and blockchain-native organisations globally, including:
* Centralised exchanges
Recognised for proprietary real-time audit capability and technical depth, the firm supports innovative financial platforms as they scale within regulated environments.
This is financial infrastructure work - not speculative crypto.
Role Mission
From day one, you will work on live digital asset and Web3 engagements while contributing to internal tooling that enables near real-time reporting and verification.
You will operate across:
* Blockchain transaction analysis
* Financial reporting under UK GAAP and IFRS
* Regulatory and governance frameworks
* Proprietary fintech software development
This role blends coding, structured analysis and professional qualification training.
You will qualify as an ICAEW ACA Chartered Accountant while developing applied expertise in blockchain infrastructure and regulated financial systems.
Few graduate pathways combine mathematical rigour, fintech exposure and a globally recognised professional qualification in this way.
Key Responsibilities
* Support audit and assurance engagements across Web3 and digital asset clients
* Prepare and review financial statements under UK GAAP and IFRS
* Assist on digital asset tax and regulatory advisory assignments
* Analyse complex on‑chain transaction flows and business models
* Develop and enhance proprietary internal tools using Python, SQL, R or VBA
* Contribute to real‑time reporting and proof‑of‑reserves processes
* Progress through the ACA qualification with structured mentoring
* Stay current with evolving blockchain regulation and accounting standards
Academic Requirements
* 2:1 or above in a mathematically rigorous STEM discipline (or international equivalent)
* Postgraduate Merit or above considered for relevant MSc programmes
* Degree demonstrating modelling, systems or computational depth
The firm consistently attracts graduates from research‑intensive and analytically rigorous universities, including Russell Group institutions and international equivalents where mathematical depth and computation are central.
Acceptable Degrees
* Undergraduate (BSc / MEng / MSci)
* Mathematics
* Applied Mathematics
* Mathematics & Computer Science
* Mathematics & Statistics
* MORSE
* Physics
* Computer Science
* Data Science
* Statistics
* MSc Computer Science
* MSc Data Science
* MSc Statistics
* MSc Applied Mathematics
* MSc Computational Science
* MSc Robotics
* MSc Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Technical Expectations
* Coding or scripting exposure (Python preferred) or strong motivation to develop it
* Structured analytical reasoning
* Comfort discussing blockchain fundamentals (wallets, transactions, protocols)
* Clear commitment to completing the ICAEW ACA qualification
* Long‑term professional ambition within regulated financial services
What You’ll Bring
* Intellectual curiosity about how modern financial systems are built
* A builder mindset - systems, tooling and modelling
* Discipline to complete a demanding qualification
* Comfort operating in technically complex environments
* Ambition to develop rare crossover expertise between fintech and regulated finance
What’s on Offer
* Starting salary £27,500
* Structured increases following ACA milestones
* Fully funded ACA training contract including exam fees and study leave
* Exposure to 500+ Web3 and blockchain-native organisations
* Direct involvement in proprietary real‑time reporting technology
Interview Process
* Stage 1: Introductory discussion (video with Paul Owen FCA)
* Stage 3: In‑person technical interview in Central London
Interviews are underway for May–September 2026 start dates.
Degree Requirements
* Degree must demonstrate mathematical rigour and technical depth
* Strong emphasis on modelling, systems or computation
* Accounting, finance, economics and business‑led programmes are not suitable
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