Trainee Chartered Accountant Apprenticeship (Non - Graduate) - September 2026

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Salford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A Chartered Accountancy Firm is seeking applications for trainee chartered accountant roles starting in September 2026. As a trainee, you'll engage in hands-on work while pursuing professional qualifications. Key responsibilities include preparing financial statements and supporting audits, with strong client communication prioritized. Applicants must have specific GCSE and A Level qualifications. This 5-year apprenticeship offers structured training and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Paid study leave

Dedicated tuition support

Personal development plan

Qualifications

• GCSE in English and Maths at grade B or above.
• A Level in any subject with a minimum of grade BBB.
• Relevant qualifications and industry experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Work towards a personal development plan to deliver high quality work.
• Communicate with clients to gather necessary information.
• Prepare financial statements and support audit engagements.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical thinking

Team working

Non-judgemental

Patience

Education

GCSE in English (grade B/6)

GCSE in Maths (grade B/6)

A Level in any subject (grade BBB)

Job description

RPG Chartered Accountants is pleased to invite applications for trainee chartered accountant positions, starting in September 2026. You can either follow an accountancy-focused route within our Business Services Group (BSG) team or an audit-focused path in our Audit team.

Wage: £19,000 a year. Hours: 35 hours per week - Monday to Friday. Start date: Monday 7 September 2026. Duration: 5 years. Positions available: 4.

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You'll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

About the role: All roles will involve elements of the following:

• Working towards a personal development plan to deliver quality, timely work and achieve long-term career goals.
• Communicating with clients to gather necessary information and clarify queries. Developing strong client relationships and ensuring excellent client service.
• Working as part of a team with colleagues across several service lines.
• Helping with the preparation of financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards, typically Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Accounting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland.'
• Gaining knowledge of broader commercial, financial and taxation issues. This will either be undertaken from our office or at a client's premises.
• Supporting engagement teams in the planning, execution and completion of audit engagements, including fieldwork and documentation.
• Maintaining accurate and organised working papers and documentation for engagements.

Where you'll work

THE COPPER ROOM, DEVA CITY OFFICE PARK, TRINITY WAY, SALFORD, M3 7BG

Training: Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You'll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider: FIRST INTUITION LIMITED

Training course: Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)

What you'll learn

Course contents:

• Build trusted and sustainable relationships with individuals and organisations. Consistently support individuals and collaborate to achieve results as part of a team.
• Influence the impact of business decisions on relevant and affected communities based on an appreciation of different organisations and the environments in which they operate.
• Communicate in a clear, articulate and appropriate manner. Adapt communications to suit different situations, individuals or teams.
• Identify ethical dilemmas, understand the implications and behave appropriately. Understand their legal responsibilities, both within the letter and the spirit of the law, as well as be aware of the procedures for reporting concerns over potentially unethical activities.
• Take ownership of allocated projects and effectively manage their own time and the time of others. Demonstrate good project management skills to deliver high quality work within the appropriate timeline. Act as a role model and motivate others to deliver results.
• Evaluate information quickly and draw accurate conclusions. Assess a problem from multiple angles to ensure all relevant issues are considered. Gather the appropriate facts and evidence in order to make decisions effectively.

Training schedule

At RPG, trainees work towards the prestigious ICAEW ACA qualification. This structured training typically takes between three and five years and combines comprehensive, hands-on work experience with a robust study programme. Delivered in partnership with leading professional training providers.

Please note:

• If you are applying to join our audit team, you will begin the ICAEW ACA qualification upon starting the role and progress through the qualification alongside your work. Non-graduates will complete the qualification as part of a Level 7 Apprenticeship (subject to eligibility).
• If you are a non-graduate joining our Business Services Group (BSG) team, you will first complete the AAT Level 4 qualification before commencing the ICAEW ACA qualification to ensure you are fully prepared. Graduates joining the BSG team will start the ICAEW ACA qualification immediately.

In addition to gaining real-world experience from day one, trainees benefit from paid study leave, dedicated tuition support, and a personal development plan focused on building both technical knowledge and commercial awareness.

You will be part of a friendly and supportive team, committed to helping you succeed in your professional journey.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

• GCSE in English (grade B/6)
• GCSE in Maths (grade B/6)

A Level in any subject (grade BBB)

Please share any other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical thinking
• Team working
• Non-judgemental
• Patience

Other requirements

Please submit a cover letter along with your CV to [e-mail]. Please see below for some guidance questions which you could include an answer to within your cover letter:

• What inspired you to pursue a career in accountancy, and how do you see yourself contributing to the field in the future?
• Why do you believe RPG is the right firm for you, and how do you think you can add value to our team?
• What kind of employer would you like to work for? What is important to you? What sort of people would you like to work with?

In your cover letter, you must clearly state the following:

• Whether you are applying as a graduate or a non-graduate.
• Whether you are interested in the Audit-focused role or the Accountancy-focused role (BSG).

All applications must be submitted by close of business on Friday 31st October 2025. If you submit an application after this date, it will not be considered.

RPG Chartered Accountants is committed to fostering a positive work environment and a healthy work-life balance. We strive to support all our people with comprehensive training. We place great emphasis on training, development, and the long-term progression of our people. We also actively support diversity, equity, and inclusion across the firm and ensure all employees are treated with dignity and respect.