Accounts and Audit - Trainee Apprentice - Level 4 & Level 7

Affinia is a UK Top 35 Accounting firm, where we support our clients with everything from day-to-day Accounting, Audit and Tax planning to strategic business advice, compliance and specialist services such as Cloud Accounting, Payroll and Mergers & Acquisitions across a wide range of sectors. We are committed to delivering excellence in every aspect of our work, adapting to the evolving regulatory landscape while consistently exceeding client expectations.

We focus on building authentic connections, collaboration and growth, both with our clients and colleagues, bringing together financial experts from across London, East Anglia & Southeast England. We have more than 1000 professionals across our 17+ offices and advise businesses, and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across seven principal practice groups:
Accountancy, Tax Compliance and Advisory, Audit Services, Corporate Finance, Digital Solutions, Payroll and Financial Planning.

We have invested continuously in technology and gained in-depth knowledge across a broad range of markets, growing through acquisitions and organic growth. We offer an exceptional service to our clients, with access to our sector experts to develop the strategy that will help them reach their goals. We keep a finger on the industry pulse, so our clients receive the best short, medium, and long-term advice.

Affinia is now accepting applications for our AAT and ICAEW/ACCA trainee programmes. Start date is Monday 24 August 2026 and you must be available to start on this date. This specific advert is for applications looking for roles based in our Stratford or Richmond (London) office.

We offer opportunities across both our Accountancy and Audit teams, and candidates will be considered for roles in either department.

We Provide a Comprehensive Study Support Package, Including

• Full funding of tuition and professional institute fees
• Access to either an apprenticeship pathway or a commercially funded route (for candidates aged 22+)
• Paid time off for study and exams
• Ongoing mentoring and support throughout your qualification

As a Trainee, you will gain a strong foundation in how a professional services firm operates within either Accountancy or Audit. Alongside technical training, we place a strong emphasis on developing your professional and interpersonal skills.

From the outset, you will gain hands‑on client experience, supported by structured training in areas such as:

• Communication and relationship-building
• Professional conduct and client etiquette
• Making a positive and confident first impression

We operate a hybrid working model. As a Trainee, your time will be split between:

• Working in your local office
• Visiting client sites when required
• Attending other offices where necessary
• College attendance for study and exams

Given the importance of collaboration and learning from peers and colleagues, there is an expectation that you will be primarily office-based to support your development. Any requests for home working should be discussed with your line manager.

As an AAT apprentice, you will build a strong foundation in accounting and finance. You will develop core skills in areas such as bookkeeping, alongside more advanced topics including budget management, financial performance evaluation, and both personal and corporate tax.

Our structured apprenticeship programme is designed to support your development at every stage, offering a clear and proven pathway for progression within the firm.

An ICAEW apprenticeship provides an excellent route towards becoming a Chartered Accountant, opening opportunities across a wide range of industries. You will begin by studying towards the ICAEW Certificate in Finance, Accounting and Business (CFAB), which includes the first six modules of the ACA qualification. This is a globally recognised qualification, while also forming the first step towards full ACA status.

At Affinia, our trainees benefit…