Trainee Accountant — Start Ahead: Earn While You Learn (ACA Path)

Armstrong Watson; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Shield Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid professional subscriptions

Annual leave 21 days +

Job summary

Armstrong Watson in Northallerton invites applications for the Level 7 Chartered Pathway Programme (Start Ahead) as a Trainee Accountant. This six-year programme starts in September 2027, offering real client experience, structured learning and fully funded professional qualifications.

You’ll study from Level 3/4 up to ACA, leading to Chartered status, with a salary and a clear route to the Level 7 Master’s-equivalent qualification.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 96 UCAS points from A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications
• Minimum of 7 GCSEs including Maths, English and at least one science
• Eligible to work in the UK by Sep 2027

Responsibilities

• Work with real clients and learn how businesses operate
• Develop technical knowledge, commercial understanding and professional confidence
• Be supported by mentors and training providers while progressing through a clear development pathway

Education

UCAS points 96

GCSEs Maths English

Job description

Armstrong Watson in Northallerton invites applications for the Level 7 Chartered Pathway Programme (Start Ahead) as a Trainee Accountant. This six-year programme starts in September 2027, offering real client experience, structured learning and fully funded professional qualifications.

You’ll study from Level 3/4 up to ACA, leading to Chartered status, with a salary and a clear route to the Level 7 Master’s-equivalent qualification.