Trainee Chartered Accountant – ACA (School leaver)
What does it mean to be a chartered accountant?
Chartered accountants create, shape, and build strong economies and communities globally. The ACA is a globally recognised chartered accountancy qualification designed to provide trainees with the professional skills and strategic insight they'll need to make a real impact.
Imagine more with the Next Generation ACA
The role of the accountant is changing. To ensure ICAEW Chartered Accountants are prepared for the future, we will be introducing changes to our qualifications from September 2025.
The ACA offers a structured training and development programme with four integrated elements, emphasising professional development and nurturing skills beyond technical accountancy. Here’s what ACA students will be doing:
1. Practical Work Experience: Record 450 days of relevant ‘on-the-job’ work experience during the period of approved training.
2. Ethics and Professional Curiosity: Follow a structured programme focusing on integrity, objectivity, and independence.
3. Accountancy, Finance, and Business Modules: Complete 15 modules across three levels, each with its own computer-based exam.
4. Professional Development: Demonstrate competence in seven key professional skills by providing examples from work experience.
Training
Entry requirements can vary between employers, but most expect at least three A*-C grades at GCSE. Once qualified, ICAEW Chartered Accountants can pursue various career specialisms and industries.
Ready to get started? Find your trainee role today and kick-start a dynamic career in chartered accountancy.
Click Apply to start your application now. This job will be available on Prospects until 16 September 2025.
Imagine helping businesses make crucial decisions, playing a pivotal role at the forefront of an industry, and driving sustainable change from within. As an ICAEW Chartered Accountant, you shape the future of global economies and communities.
When you become chartered with ICAEW, you join a prestigious global network of over 169,500 business professionals who set the highest standards and provide invaluable expertise.
We’re ICAEW – where future leaders and innovators in business and finance begin their journey. We offer aspiring professionals the opportunity to study the prestigious ACA qualification and become ICAEW Chartered Accountants.
At ICAEW, we believe in your potential. Our support doesn’t stop at training; we’re with you every step of the way.
Imagine more with the Next Generation ACA
The ACA opens a world of opportunities across various organisations. From professional services to entrepreneurial start-ups, charities, and government bodies, there’s no end to where it can take aspiring chartered accountants.
* Community – Be part of a global network supported by over 169,500 members in 146 countries.
* Strategic skills development – The ACA provides students with strategic skills to lead.
* Support – ACA students have high first-time pass rates driven by quality learning, teaching, and support.
* Progression – 88% of ACA students qualify in four years or less.
* Opportunity – Take your career into any industry worldwide.
* ICAEW member data and FTSE 100 data at 22 February 2024.
Study routes
Whether you’re a current student or a recent graduate, there are several routes to become a qualified ICAEW Chartered Accountant. Explore the latest training opportunities on our training recruitment platform, ICAEW Training Vacancies.
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