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Audit Higher Apprenticeship Programme 2027

Mercer & Hole LLP
£22,000 a year
St AlbansMilton KeynesBatchworth

Expected closing date: Monday, 30 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Undertake a 2-year Audit Higher Apprenticeship Programme with Mercer & Hole LLP.
  • Earn £22,000 per year while gaining practical experience and studying towards a Level 4 Professional Accounting Technician qualification with Kaplan.
  • Develop essential accounting and analytical skills, with opportunities for progression to ACA qualification.
  • Applications close on 2026-11-30.

About the Role

This is a 2-year Audit Higher Apprenticeship Programme with Mercer & Hole LLP, starting on 2027-09-01.

What You'll Do

  • Work across a range of sectors, reviewing companies’ financial information and advising clients on performance improvement.
  • Gain insight into different businesses and develop commercial awareness and professional skills.
  • Prepare, record, and process data within virtual finance systems.
  • Maintain spreadsheets.
  • Perform monthly management reporting.
  • Prepare and submit VAT returns.

Training

  • A structured programme including trainee away days, a dedicated training manager, a buddy, and study leave.
  • Study will take place at Kaplan training centres.
  • Dedicated study leave will be provided for the duration of the study pathway.

What Happens Next

  • Upon completion, you will have the opportunity to apply to move on to the ACA qualification.

Skills Required

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical thinking
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Qualifications Required

  • GCSE English (grade 5) - essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 5) - essential

Key Details

  • Wage: £22,000 a year
  • Working Week: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (37.5 hours per week)
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Start Date: 2027-09-01
  • Closing Date: 2026-11-30
  • Apprenticeship Standard: Professional accounting technician (level 4)
  • Training Provider: KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED