Audit Junior Aat/aca (level 3 Apprenticeship) - Colchester - April 2027

About the role

Audit Junior Apprenticeship Programme ✨

Ready to kickstart your career and make a real impact? We're on the hunt for bright, ambitious individuals who bring loads of initiative, creativity, and curiosity to the table! 💡 If you're eager to learn, grow, and be part of something amazing, this is your chance.

What You'll Gain:

Dive headfirst into valuable hands-on experience that goes way beyond textbooks. You'll be mentored by some of the best minds in the industry and earn a recognised professional qualification. By the end of this programme, you won't just be qualified – you'll be a well-rounded, commercially savvy professional, totally prepared to tackle exciting and challenging responsibilities and drive your own career forward! 🚀

Entry Requirements:

You'll need at least 112 UCAS points from your top three subjects (or an equivalent qualification).

Here, You'll Go Beyond Numbers 📊➡️🌍

We're looking for an Audit Junior who thrives in a dynamic environment and loves solving diverse challenges that lead to meaningful results. At MHA, you'll be surrounded by passionate professionals dedicated to making a difference. Your work in Audit will be hands-on, meaning you'll be involved in real projects, not just observing. While you'll have dedicated mentors, we believe in learning through extensive practical on-the-job training.

Audit is a varied, client-facing career offering the chance to work with a wide range of organisations and truly understand how they operate. You'll split your time between MHA offices and client sites, so expect to work in different settings, meet new people, and represent MHA with professionalism. 🤝 Being comfortable travelling independently and having access to a car can be a plus, as some client locations might be trickier to reach via public transport. From day one, you'll build client relationships, ask insightful questions, and gather the information needed, all while collaborating closely with your audit team. You'll develop a deep understanding of financial information and business processes, conduct testing, and use your curiosity and judgement to explore anything that sparks your interest. If you love meeting people, asking questions, understanding businesses, and enjoy variety, Audit could be the perfect fit for you!

As an Audit Junior, you'll experience the power of collaboration working on real projects with diverse teams, building lasting connections, and learning the fundamentals, including:

• Working on audit and accounts preparation assignments. 📝
• Collaborating closely with your mentor on audit planning. 🧠
• Conducting analytical reviews.
• Drafting client letters. ✉️
• Preparing accounts and producing financial statements.
• Studying towards your Professional Qualification (AAT Level 3, 4 and ACA Level 7). 🎓

Rewards That Resonate 💖

You're more than just a number here; you're an individual with unique skills and aspirations. Our benefits are designed to support your wellbeing, foster your professional growth, and recognise your valuable contributions.

• Agile Working: Our flexible policy gives you choice over your day. With core hours of 10 am–2 pm, you can adjust your start and finish times, plus enjoy up to two days of working from home per week. For trainees, we require full office attendance for the first six months to ensure you get the best training and support for a strong start, with greater flexibility following this.
• 30 Days' Holiday: Including bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days (28 days on a training contract, with the option to buy 5 days). 🏖️
• Full Study Support Package: Covering exams, tuition, study leave, and materials. 📚
• Employee Recognition Awards: Performance bonuses and other recognition initiatives. ⭐
• Employee Assistance Programme: A free, confidential 24-hour support service, offering unlimited counselling sessions and virtual doctor access for you and your family. 🩺

What Sets Us Apart 🌟

At MHA, people come first – our colleagues, clients, and communities. Ranked as the 11th top accountancy firm in the UK (2026) and a proud member of Baker Tilly International (the world's 8th largest network), we blend global insight with a strong local commitment. Our people-centred approach is our differentiator. You'll be welcomed into a collaborative, purpose-led team dedicated to continuous learning and growth, creating an environment where everyone can thrive and be themselves. We're proud to hold the Investors in People Gold award, reflecting our commitment to supporting, developing, and valuing every individual.

Are You Ready to Elevate Your Career? ⬆️

Apply now and join a team that celebrates diversity, champions innovation, and prioritises your success! We believe diversity, inclusion, and belonging lead to better decisions, stronger performance, and a workplace where everyone feels included and can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences.

Disability Confident: We are a Disability Confident employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria, we'll progress you to the next stage. Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process – we're happy to help!

Our application form is quick and easy to complete. MHA is a committed member of Access Accountancy, tracking diversity stats and working to improve year on year. All data collected is anonymised and not visible to hiring managers.

How to Apply:

Ready to take the leap? Click the apply button to submit your application and learn more. Please note that applications may close before the deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment! ⏳

Key responsibilities

• 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

Skills