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STEM Pathway - Graduate Programme Graduate Programme Intake: May 2026 – September 2026 STEM Degree Requirement | Visa Sponsorship Available Graduate Accountant (ACA Trainee) | London
This programme is designed specifically for graduates from mathematics, computer science, engineering or physics backgrounds. It is not aimed at accounting, finance or business graduates. **Interviews are currently taking place for May–September 2026 start dates. **
Who this role is for:The STEM Pathway is designed for analytically rigorous graduates who want to apply mathematical and technical thinking inside real-world financial infrastructure.If you enjoy modelling systems, solving structured problems and building technical solutions - but also want long-term professional credibility - this programme was built with you in mind.It is not suitable for accounting, finance or business-led degrees.
About the CompanyBased in Central London, this specialist fintech and Web3-focused professional services firm operates at the intersection of: Blockchain infrastructure Financial regulation Distributed systems Assurance and reporting technology The firm works with over 500 Web3 and blockchain-native organisations globally, including: Centralised exchanges DeFi protocols Token issuers Blockchain infrastructure platforms Recognised for its proprietary real-time audit capability and technical depth, the firm supports innovative financial platforms as they scale within regulated environments. This is where fintech innovation meets accountability.
Role MissionFrom day one, you will work on live digital asset and Web3 engagements while contributing to internal tooling that enables near real-time reporting and verification.You will operate across:• Blockchain transaction analysis• Financial reporting under UK GAAP and IFRS• Regulatory and governance frameworks• Proprietary fintech software developmentThis role blends coding, analysis and structured professional training.You will qualify as an ICAEW ACA Chartered Accountant while developing applied technical expertise in blockchain and financial systems.
Few graduate programmes combine mathematical rigour, fintech exposure and a globally recognised professional qualification in this way.
Key Responsibilities• Support audit and assurance engagements across Web3 and digital asset clients• Prepare and review financial statements under UK GAAP and IFRS• Assist on digital asset tax and regulatory advisory assignments• Analyse complex on-chain transaction flows and business models• Develop and enhance proprietary internal tools using Python, SQL, R or VBA• Contribute to real-time reporting and proof-of-reserves processes• Progress through the ACA qualification with structured mentoring• Stay current with evolving blockchain regulation and accounting standards
Must-Have Experience• 2:1 or above in a mathematically rigorous STEM discipline• Coding or scripting exposure (Python preferred) or strong motivation to develop it• Exceptional analytical and numerical reasoning• Clear communication skills• Interest in blockchain, fintech or financial infrastructure• Commitment to completing the ICAEW ACA qualification• Long-term professional ambition
What You’ll Bring• Intellectual curiosity about how modern financial systems are built• A builder mindset - systems, tooling and modelling• Discipline to complete a demanding qualification• Comfort operating in technically complex environments• Ambition to develop rare crossover expertise between fintech and regulated finance
What’s on Offer• Central London (Fitzrovia) office• Starting salary of £27,500 with structured increases following ACA milestones• Fully funded ACA training contract including exam fees and study leave• Exposure to 500+ Web3 and blockchain-native organisations• Direct involvement in proprietary real-time reporting technology• A rare blend of structured professional services training and fintech innovation• Visa sponsorship available
The firm consistently attracts graduates from research-intensive and analytically rigorous universities, including Russell Group institutions and other universities where modelling, computation and mathematical depth are central.
Interview ProcessStage 1: Introductory discussion (video with Paul Owen FCA)Stage 2: Partner interview (video)Stage 3: In-person technical interview in Central LondonInterviews are underway for May–September 2026 start dates.
Acceptable Degrees Undergraduate (BSc / MEng / MSci):Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematics & Computer Science, Mathematics & Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering (quantitative), Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, Data Science, Statistics Postgraduate (MSc / MEng / MRes):MSc Computer Science, MSc Data Science, MSc Statistics, MSc Applied Mathematics, MSc Artificial Intelligence, MSc Machine Learning, MSc Computational Science, MSc Robotics, MSc Electrical & Electronic Engineering Degree Requirements• Degree must demonstrate mathematical rigour and technical depth• Strong emphasis on modelling, systems or computation• Accounting, finance, economics and business-led programmes are not suitable