Trainee Accountant: Start Ahead — Earn While You Learn

Armstrong-Watson; Hexham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully funded qualifications

Paid study leave

Annual leave

Health plan

Job summary

Armstrong Watson is recruiting for its Level 7 Chartered Pathway Programme starting September 2027. Trainees will work across Business Services with real client exposure, learning core finance skills while studying for ACA and related qualifications.

You'll spend two years building fundamentals and then rotate through placements in Glasgow, Carlisle, Newcastle, Leeds or Manchester, with support from mentors and training providers. A driving licence is expected after two years.

Qualifications

• Minimum 96 UCAS points from A Levels or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 GCSEs or 6 National Fives at Grade 5 (C) or above, including Maths, English and at least one science.
• You’ll need to be at least 18 by 31 August 2027.

Responsibilities

• Study AAT Levels 3 and 4, followed by ACA, leading to Chartered Accountant status.
• Earn fully funded, globally recognised qualifications.
• Structured development with placements across regional offices.

Education

96 UCAS points

GCSEs incl Maths & English

Job description

Armstrong Watson is recruiting for its Level 7 Chartered Pathway Programme starting September 2027. Trainees will work across Business Services with real client exposure, learning core finance skills while studying for ACA and related qualifications.

You'll spend two years building fundamentals and then rotate through placements in Glasgow, Carlisle, Newcastle, Leeds or Manchester, with support from mentors and training providers. A driving licence is expected after two years.