About the Accountancy Industry

Accountants are business experts and are vital to a company’s compliance with the law. They will make sure that the company accounts are in order, that the company and it’s employees are paying the correct amount of tax, analyse profit and loss as well as checking that all procedures are followed correctly and also advise on where to save money.

It is an accountants responsibility to have a thorough knowledge of the economy so that they can help the company to maximise it’s profits, you will therefore need an excellent knowledge of maths, accounting, finance and the law!

There is a lot to think about and it’s a big responsibility, but there is a fairly defined career pathway to follow. Find out more by following the links.

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Apprentice Payroll Assistant - STEVEN EAGELL LIMITED
Closing Date:
2nd November 2026
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£15,600 a year
Location:
Milton Keynes
Steven Eagell Group has grown to become Britain's largest Toyota and Lexus retailer, with over 40 locations across the UK. Kick-start your career with Steven Eagell Group! Join our friendly Payroll Team, learn how to process payroll, support employees and deve...
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Accounts and Business Services Apprentice (AAT/ACA) - MHA
Closing Date:
11th January 2027
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Competitive
Location:
Colchester, Essex
MHA is a leading UK accountancy and business advisory firm, ranked 11th among the UK’s top accountancy firms in 2026. As a member of Baker Tilly International, we combine strong local relationships with access to a global network. Our people-first culture focu...
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Audit Junior Apprenticeship - MHA
Closing Date:
11th January 2027
Salary:
Competitive
Location:
Colchester, Essex
MHA is a leading UK accountancy and business advisory firm, ranked 11th among the UK’s top accountancy firms in 2026. As a member of Baker Tilly International, we combine strong local relationships with access to a global network. Our people-first culture focu...
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Accountancy Apprenticeship - ACCA - HARDCASTLE BURTON LLP
Closing Date:
1st December 2026
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£25,000 a year
Location:
Royston, Herts
Hardcastle Burton LLP is a Chartered Accountancy firm based in Royston, Hertfordshire. We have a wide range of clients from engineering, construction, agricultural, medical professionals, and scientific research. Our client base includes businesses from South....
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Apprenticeships Spotlight 7th October
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18th September 2026
Welcome to another instalment of the Apprenticeships Norfolk Vacancy Spotlight, here to highlight some great Norfolk apprenticeship vacancies!
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Ensors Careers Open Event
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Are you looking to build a career in accountancy? If the answer is yes then you need to come along to the Ensors Chartered Accountants Open Event to find out more about the options available Date to be advised check the website - opportunities in Ipswich and...
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