ACA Graduate Chartered Accountant Apprenticeship

Job description

Summary
Looking to build a long‐term career in Accountancy? Look no further! Kick‐start your career today with a Level 7 Apprenticeship at Alexander & Co in partnership with Kaplan. Gain valuable hands‐on workplace experience while working towards a recognised qualification.

Wage
£25,250 a year

Training Course
Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)

Hours
Standard hours 9am to 5.15pm but core hours 10am to 4.15pm so can flex day as wish. 36 hours 15 minutes a week

Start date
Tuesday 1 September 2026

Duration
3 years

Positions available
2

What you'll do at work
Our client base is diverse and ranges in size from large companies to small sole traders. As a result, we can offer a wider exposure to a variety of work experiences than most other firms our size. We offer a hands‐on advisory service to our clients and you will benefit from direct client contact and the chance to make a real contribution to their affairs. The role will be primarily within our audit team and you will learn the necessary skills over your training contract to progress from the more simple audit procedures when you start, to running an audit with the support of managers when you qualify.

Where you'll work
Centurion House, 129 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 3WR

Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You'll study to gain professional knowledge and skills. Training provider: Kaplan .

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
Accountancy or Taxation Professional Level 7. ACA is a great option if you're looking to become a chartered accountant and work in accountancy and finance. It opens a wealth of opportunities, as you can specialise in specific areas or sectors, or work broadly across multiple industries. You'll also need to have 450 practical work experience days. Certificate Level: You'll be introduced to the essentials of accountancy, finance, and businesses. You'll learn about double‐entry accounting, assurance, business and technology, law, management, and taxation. Professional Level: This level teaches you how to apply technical knowledge to real‐life scenarios. You'll deepen your knowledge on financial reporting, audit and assurance, tax compliance, finance management, business strategy, and business planning. Advanced Level: You will give you the skills to understand how accountancy and finance work within businesses. You will learn about corporate reporting and strategic business management.

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:
Maths (grade 9/A* - 4/C)

English (grade 9/A* - 4/C)

A Level or equivalent in:
Any (grade A)

Any (grade A)

Any (grade B)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Organisation skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Administrative skills

Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long‐term health condition. This includes non‐visible disabilities and conditions. You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You'll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

Closing date
Closes on Friday 14 August 2026

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

25-06-2026

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English