ACA/ACCA Accounts Assistant/Semi Senior Accountant Apprentice in London

Are you looking to build a long‐term career in accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a level 7 apprenticeship with Sterling Partners Limited and Kaplan. You will be gaining valuable workplace experience whilst also working towards the ACA/ACCA level 7 qualification.

Wage: £30,000 a year (up to £30,000 depending on experience).

Training Course: Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7).

Hours: 37.5–38 hours a week.

Start date: Monday 2 March 2026.

Duration: 3 years.

Positions available: 1.

Work: Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You'll learn on the job by gaining hands‐on experience.

What you’ll do at work:

• Account preparation for various entities.
• VAT return preparation and management accounts.
• Self‐assessment tax return preparation and assistance with MTD ITSA.
• Aid in audits.

Where you’ll work: 2nd Floor, Grove House, 774‐780 Wilmslow Road, Manchester, UK, M20 2DR.

Training provider: KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED.

What you’ll learn:

• 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 communication to suit different situations, individuals or teams.
• Identify ethical dilemmas, understand the implications and behave appropriately. Understand legal responsibilities and report concerns over potentially unethical activities.
• Take ownership of allocated projects and effectively manage time and the time of others. Demonstrate good project management skills to deliver high‐quality work within timelines.
• 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 to make decisions effectively.

Requirements:

• Essential qualifications and skills: GCSE or equivalent in English (grade 9/A* – 4/C) and Maths (grade 9/A* – 4/C).
• Communication skills, IT skills, attention to detail, organisation skills, customer care skills, problem solving skills, presentation skills, administrative skills.
• AAT (grade L4) or other relevant qualifications.

Other benefits: Enjoy 21 days of holiday plus bank holidays, team‐building activities, regular team meals out and social events. We also offer 3 self‐care days per year. Our office is nestled in the heart of Didsbury, surrounded by parks, shops, and cafes, providing an inspiring and enjoyable work environment and ample parking available on site.

About the employer: Sterling Partners are a progressive firm of Chartered Accountants and Chartered Tax Advisors. We provide audit, accountancy, taxation, advisory and wills and probate services for our clients. We have offices in Manchester and London; however, we have clients all around the world. We have a young and diverse team which we are looking to expand by recruiting an apprentice.

Apply now: Closes in 11 days (Monday 2 February 2026). The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000008805.

Contact: KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED.