Start your career straight after A Levels or college.

Start an accounting apprenticeship in Southampton with Fiander ETL. Earn a salary, gain real client experience and study AAT, ACA or ACCA to become a Chartered Accountant without university debt.

Why choose an Accountancy Apprenticeship

Instead of spending 3+ years at university, you could earn from day one, build up to five years of professional experience, qualify as a Chartered Accountant by your early 20s, and progress into management roles. This is a direct route into a respected, long-term career.

We’re looking for motivated school or college leavers who:

  • Want a career in accountancy
  • Are committed to professional qualifications
  • Share our values of teamwork, fairness and responsibility
  • Are ready to learn and grow

No prior experience in accounting is needed, just ambition and commitment.

No online tests, automated AI screening, or video interviews.

Just:

  1. Send your CV with a short message
  2. First interview – motivation and values

Straightforward. Personal. Professional. 

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What Makes Fiander ETL Different?

At Fiander ETL, you won’t be “just a trainee.” From your first month, you’ll work on real client projects, meet business owners and directors, receive mentoring from experienced managers, and get structured feedback and support. We are an independent firm, established in 1977 and based in Southampton, and part of the ETL Global network, providing both local support and international expertise.

We are approved employers for:

  • Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT – Level 4)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ACA)
  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

Years 1–2: AAT Apprenticeship
Build core accounting knowledge while earning and gaining hands-on experience.

Years 3–5: ACA or ACCA (Professional Level Qualification)
Train to become a Chartered Accountant.

You can also specialise in Tax, Corporate or Commercial services.

This isn’t just training, it’s a long-term career path. After qualification, you can progress through:

  • Next Steps Programme (towards management)
  • Manager Development Programme
  • Leadership Development Programme

Many of our senior team members started as school leavers.

  • Competitive apprenticeship salary
  • Paid study and exam support
  • Generous annual leave, with the option to buy additional holiday
  • Flexible working hours
  • Pension advice
  • Regular social events
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • 35 hour week

We work hard, support each other, and enjoy what we do.

Start Your Accounting Career in Southampton

If you’re searching for an accounting apprenticeship in Southampton, a school leaver role in accounting, an AAT apprenticeship, an ACA training contract, or how to become a Chartered Accountant without going to university, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. If you’re eager to be part of an innovative practice where your contributions make a real impact and your career can flourish, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV to careers@fianderetl.co.uk or simply complete the form below.

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