Audit Graduate - Starting August 2026 in Edinburgh

Graduate Opportunities in Audit- August 2026
Are you a soon-to-be or recent graduate with a passion for numbers? Looking to become a qualified Accountant? Take a step into the future of accounting with CT by kick-starting your career in August 2026!

About CT:
The number crunching days are gone. Keeping pace with innovation and being a part of that culture is the future. We love transforming numbers into something useful for people. But great things can’t happen with technology alone. That’s the reason we’re keen to engage with each other at CT. Great rapport can make all the difference.
So, you want to be part of an innovative accounting team? CT is a great place to start. With offices in Edinburgh and Glasgow, and our people working remote throughout the UK and further afield – there’ll be an option for you.
We’ve got a number of graduate opportunities in our Audit team to join our 2026 Graduate cohort!
As an Audit graduate, you’ll be guaranteed:

• a structured learning journey
• exposure to real-world projects
• mentoring by experienced professionals
• support to achieve professional qualification

What will I be doing?
First up, you’re not here to fetch coffee. You’ve got talent and you’re here for the challenge, so we need to deliver on that. You’ll dive into work that actually matters, you’ll have the opportunity to work across a range of client sites, learning about not just our business, but the varied businesses that we are proud to support too. You’ll learn from the best in the industry and set your sights high as you work towards your ICAS or ACCA qualification to become a qualified Accountant.

What skills are we looking for?

• An existing or future graduate on track to obtain a 2.1-degree classification.
• A strong academic record and genuine interest in a career in Audit.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail.
• An effective communicator and with good interpersonal skills; someone who is collaborative and keen to engage with clients.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and able to learn new software and tools.

What’s in it for me?

• A structured training and development program.
• Ongoing mentoring from seasoned professionals to guide your career growth.
• The opportunity to work on diverse client projects and gain exposure to various industries and challenges.
• Flexible working — office, home, or client site!
• A competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
• An inclusive and dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration.
• Feel free to bring your quirks. We celebrate these in our cultural kaleidoscope.

Tell me about the application process

• Send us your latest CV and a relevant cover letter.
• Indicate on your cover letter why you are interested in a career in Audit.
• Shortlisted? Great! You’ll be invited to discuss this further with us.
• You’ll be invited to a first-stage interview with members of our Audit team, and you may be invited to a second-stage interview with a Director of the Audit department. We’ll make offers to selected candidates shortly after this.

At CT, we believe in the power of different perspectives and diverse talent. Join us in August 2026 to launch your career in Audit – apply now and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of accounting.
CT is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Due to Home Office changes regarding Skilled Worker VISAs, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.