Overview
Are you a driven and ambitious individual looking to kickstart your career in accounting and finance? At MHA, we’re inviting you to embark on a transformative journey where your skills will flourish and your aspirations will be nurtured.
Why MHA? We are ranked among the UK’s top 15 accountancy firms, and we are proud to be part of Baker Tilly International, the 8th largest global network. Our apprenticeship programme is designed to give you a head start in your career while gaining valuable on-the-job experience and a recognised qualification, all without the burden of student debt. Imagine becoming the go-to person for your clients, fully qualified in less than five years! We work a diverse range of sectors including fashion, leisure, hospitality, renewable energy, gaming, and motorsports, providing you with a broad perspective and varied experiences. We have a track record of winning prestigious awards and offer opportunities for professional growth.
What You Will Enjoy at MHA
* A Competitive Salary and Benefits: Enjoy an apprenticeship salary package that values your contribution from the start.
* Hybrid Working: Benefit from flexible working hours and the option to work from home, allowing you to manage your work and study effectively.
* Full Study Support: Gain a globally recognised ICAEW qualification with comprehensive support from training providers Kaplan or First Intuition.
* Hands-On Experience: Dive into practical, on-the-job training and build valuable client relationships early on.
* Career Growth: We are globally united through Baker Tilly International, providing access to our national and global network, with opportunities for secondments across a diverse range of clients.
* A Supportive Network: Join a vibrant, social community where mentors and peers are dedicated to your success and personal development.
* Your career path is yours to shape: Many of our Partners, Directors, and Managers started their journey with us through the apprenticeship programme and have become leaders at MHA.
Working for an Award-Winning Firm
We’ve been recognised with top accolades, including Best Advisory Services at the Business Resilience Awards and National Firm of the Year and Graduate Programme of the Year at the British Accountancy Awards. We also hold the GOLD Investors in People award, highlighting our commitment to putting people first.
Responsibilities
As an Accounts Junior, you’ll collaborate with diverse teams on real projects and build lasting connections, starting with the fundamentals. Your initial responsibilities may include:
* Accounts preparation assignments
* Working closely with your mentor on a wide range of client accounts
* Working from source documents to final accounts
* Corporation tax computations
* Obtaining technical information on clients where appropriate
* Studying towards Professional Qualification (AAT Level 3, 4 and ACA Level 7)
We’ll balance hands-on experience with professional training to support your journey toward qualification. You’ll be paired with mentors and tutors who will guide your progress.
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
While a background in finance is not required, we seek individuals with at least 112 UCAS points (or equivalent). A genuine passion for a career in accounting and finance, combined with the ambition to thrive, is what counts.
How to Apply and Additional Information
Make 2026 YOUR year! Our 2026 apprenticeship programme opens the door to a career where ambition is encouraged, your skills will grow, and your contribution will matter from day one. This could be the start of something exciting and rewarding. Are you ready to begin your journey? Apply today!
Advice for Your Application
We are here to support you every step of the way, starting with your application. Our advice is simple: be true to yourself. Technology is evolving and AI is growing; if you use it in your application, ensure it reflects your authentic voice and experiences. At MHA we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds. We want to see what makes you unique, including your ideas, experiences and personality. Applications that capture your authentic self help us get to know the real you.
HINT: Check out our employability hub for tips. Our application form is brief and includes diversity questions. MHA is a committed member of Access Accountancy and tracks diversity statistics, with anonymised data used in line with our Data Protection Policy.
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