Graduate Accountant – ACA Qualification & Visa Sponsorship

About Us
This opportunity is with a UK-based professional services firm delivering audit, financial reporting, and advisory solutions to a wide variety of clients, from fast-growing start-ups to established global companies. Graduates gain broad experience across industries while developing strong technical and professional skills.

The firm places a strong emphasis on high-quality training, hands-on client exposure, and full support toward gaining the ACA qualification. You will be guided by experienced chartered accountants and provided with a structured pathway to develop into a fully qualified professional.

Role Overview
As a Graduate Accountant, you will join a structured three-year programme designed to equip you with both the technical knowledge and client-facing skills needed to qualify as an ACA Chartered Accountant.

You will rotate across key areas including audit, financial reporting, and advisory projects. From early on, you will take on meaningful responsibility, supporting audits, preparing financial statements, and assisting clients with compliance and reporting. Throughout your training, you will receive full ACA sponsorship and dedicated study leave.

Most graduates qualify within three years and progress into roles such as Senior Accountant, Audit Associate, or Finance Business Partner.

Key Responsibilities
• Assist in preparing draft financial statements and supporting statutory audits
• Perform reconciliations, variance analysis, and assist with month-end processes
• Work with advisory teams on tax, compliance, and business support assignments
• Research accounting standards and apply them to client scenarios
• Attend client meetings, contribute to reports, and provide accurate financial insights
• Ensure work complies with UK accounting standards and professional ethical requirements

Who We’re Looking For
Essential
• Strong academic background, ideally with a degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or similar
• Excellent analytical ability and strong attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of AML frameworks and UK financial regulations (CPD-recognised learning accepted)
• Commitment to pursuing qualification as a Chartered Accountant (ACA)

Desirable
• Internship or experience in accounting, audit, or finance
• Familiarity with accounting or ERP software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, Oracle, SAP
• Evidence of leadership, teamwork, or extracurricular involvement

Career Progression & Benefits
• ACA Sponsorship: Full coverage of exam fees, study materials, professional registration, and study leave
• Development Programme: Structured induction followed by rotations across audit, reporting, and advisory
• Progression Pathway: Typical qualification and promotion to Chartered Accountant within 3 years
• Tuition Reimbursement: Possible reimbursement for certain relevant qualifications if already completed
• Work Flexibility: One remote working day per week after probation
• Annual Leave: 25 days personal leave plus public holidays and additional study leave during ACA exam periods
• Visa Sponsorship: Skilled Worker visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates
• London-Based Role: Opportunity to work with clients across various industries throughout the UK

How to Apply
If you are ambitious, detail-oriented, and ready to begin your career as a Graduate Accountant, please submit:
• Your CV highlighting academic achievements and any relevant finance or accounting experience
• A short cover letter outlining your motivation for pursuing the ACA qualification and how you aim to contribute during the training programme