Register Your Interest - Accounting School Leaver Apprenticeship 2027

Stepping into the world of work can feel daunting – we get it!

Choosing where to start your career is a big decision, and we know it can feel overwhelming to enter the professional world for the first time. At Goodman Jones LLP, we’re here to guide and support you, providing real, hands-on experience while also ensuring you have the time and resources to pass your six CFAB exams.

You don’t need a degree to have a successful career in accountancy. . . just ambition, curiosity, and the right firm to support you.

This is a two-year Level 4 Apprenticeship, giving you a professionally recognised qualification while you earn and learn.

What your two years will look like

The two-year ICAEW Certificate in Finance, Accounting & Business training programme is designed to give you real-world experience while studying for your ICAEW CFAB qualification (the start to being an accountant).

In Year 1 , you’ll start by learning the basics and getting to know your team members. Your introduction to accounting will be structured and delivered by our team and First Intuition College, where you’ll attend alongside your fellow trainees.

After your first 12 months , you’ll be confident in double-entry bookkeeping, Trial Balances (TBs), preparing accounts for companies, partnerships, individuals, and charities, and handling VAT return submissions, company accounts, and corporation tax returns.

In Year 2 , you’ll gain more independence, supporting new CFAB trainees and working with larger businesses and international clients. You’ll take on more complex accounts, VAT returns, and direct client communication, building the experience needed for the next stage of your career.

Once you’ve completed your six exams and two years of experience, we hope you’ll have caught the accounting bug! The next stage would be to join our ACA trainees, transitioning into an Audit-focused role, setting you up for a long-term career at Goodman Jones LLP.

The bits we think you’ll want to know…

• Full ICAEW CFAB Study Support with college day release we cover all tuition fees, exam costs, and professional subscriptions.
• 6 weeks paid study leave dedicated time off to learn, revise and focus on passing your exams.
• Hybrid working 3 days in the office, 2 days at home (if you want it, many of our team love coming in every day!).
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) more than the industry standard.
• Full time, flexitime we respect personal time and well-being.
• A supportive team environment work alongside experienced professionals who want to see you succeed.
• Starting salary: £27,000 increasing as you go through your 2 years.
• West End office 5 minutes from Goodge Street and Warren Street stations.
• The social side? You’ll feel part of the team from the start. Firm-wide events, charity fundraising, sports clubs and regular social get-togethers. Within the trainee cohort there’s real camaraderie, you’re all in it together, and that makes a difference.
• Applications close Monday 30th March at 5pm

Who we’re looking for

We’re excited to hear from A-Level students who want to start their career in accountancy, no degree required! Although it might seem a bit needy, here are a few things we need you to have to be our type on paper…

• A-Levels or equivalent with a minimum of 120 UCAS points.
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills you’ll be working with financial data every day!
• A logical, problem-solving mindset we love curiosity and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills you’ll be interacting with clients and colleagues daily.
• Time management and organisation ability to juggle work, study, and deadlines.
• IT confident comfortable with Excel, Word, and excited to learn new accounting software and AI.
• A positive, can-do attitude willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.

These aren’t essential but are nice to have:

• A strong academic background in Maths, Economics, Business Studies, or Accounting.
• Any previous office experience, even a short internship or work experience. (And if it’s within an accounting or finance-related role, our Recruiter Michelle might even do a little happy dance at her desk!)

Diversity & inclusion at Goodman Jones LLP

We believe that diverse teams bring fresh perspectives and better outcomes. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and we’re committed to building a culture where everyone feels valued and respected.

Register Your Interest

To be the first to know once applications open, register your interest today!