Accountancy and Taxation Professional Level 7 Apprenticeship (ACCA)

E.ON UK PLC; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in the UK is offering an Accountancy and Taxation Professional Level 7 Apprenticeship. This three-year program combines working towards a professional qualification with hands-on experience through six-month placements. Candidates need 3 A levels at grades A-B or equivalent qualifications. You’ll be supported by a dedicated team throughout your journey while enjoying outstanding benefits, including 26 days of leave, pension, and a diverse workplace culture.

Benefits

26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous pension and life cover

Bonus opportunities

20 flexible benefits with tax/NI savings

Qualifications

• 3 A levels at grades A‑B, excluding general studies.
• 5 GCSEs at grades 9‑4/A‑C including maths and English language.
• AAT qualified (level 4) or equivalent.
• Graduate with a 2.1 degree or above.

Responsibilities

• Work towards a professional qualification in accountancy/taxation.
• Engage in six-month placements across various teams.
• Prepare financial performance reports and commentary.
• Close financial accounts in accordance with international standards.

Skills

Financial planning and forecasting

Financial performance reporting

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Education

3 A levels at grades A-B

5 GCSEs including maths and English

AAT level 4 or equivalent

2.1 degree from a recognized university

Job description

At E.ON, we're more than a provider of gas and electricity, we're shaping a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. Join us as an apprentice and you'll play an important role in helping our customers take control of their energy use, whether that's at home, in their business or as part of a city community.

Accountancy and Taxation Professional Level 7 Apprenticeship (ACCA)

Here’s what you’ll be doing

Embark on a three-year accountancy/taxation apprenticeship and you’ll work towards a professional qualification while you gain practical experience. You’ll work with diverse teams across the business through six‑month placements while pursuing a fully‑funded level 7 apprenticeship which leads to ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) status and is studied part‑time through Kaplan. During the programme, you’ll have the opportunity to select placements based on your interests and career goals, like:

• Financial planning and forecasting
• Financial performance reporting and commentary
• Closing the financial accounts each reporting period in accordance with international financial reporting standards
• Financial analysis and insight to help inform business decision making

What we need from you

To join this exciting programme, you’ll need:

• 3 A levels at grades A‑B, (excluding general studies) and 5 GCSE at grades 9‑4/A‑C including maths and English language (or equivalent) OR
• AAT qualified (level 4) or equivalent other professional body qualification OR
• Graduate with a 2.1 degree or above from a recognised university equivalent to a UK bachelor’s degree

An apprenticeship at E.ON isn’t just about gaining hands‑on experience in the workplace, it’s about unlocking your potential and helping you develop into a qualified professional. From day one you’ll be supported by E.ON’s early careers team, your mentor and a buddy from a previous apprenticeship scheme to ensure your journey is as rewarding as it is impactful. And you’ll be joining an award‑winning apprenticeship programme, within a diverse and inclusive workplace where your contributions are valued and recognised.

• Award‑Winning Workplace — We’re proud to be named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 and the Best Place to Work for 16–34-year-olds.
• Outstanding Benefits — Enjoy 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a generous pension, life cover, bonus opportunities and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax/NI savings.
• Inclusive and Diverse — We’re the only energy company in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers. We’re also proud winners of Best Employer for Women and Human Company of the Year – recognising our inclusive, people‑first culture.

Our job application process is a chance for us to get to know the real you and find out whether the role will be a good fit. So, whilst we’re happy for you to embrace AI and use AI tools to support your application, we also want to make sure we have plenty of opportunities to see the real, authentic you and find out about what makes you who you are.

Our apprenticeships attract significant interest, and we may close them early if all places are filled.