Audit Trainee - 2027 intake

Suitable for anyone considering a career in accountancy. Whether they be a school leaver, graduate or an individual looking to make a career change.

Purpose: The role is to assist the team with the planning and administration of audit assignments, enabling completion to a high standard within agreed timetable and budget. The candidate should be motivated to perform and committed to effective client service, ensuring the quality of work meets the company’s ethical and professional standards and supports organisational success.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Assists in the conduct of an audit engagement under supervision and may be responsible for undertaking small non-complex audits, which will involve pre-audit scoping and preparation, identifying audit risks, and performing preliminary evaluation of client’s internal control structure to identify weaknesses and areas for management consideration and improvement.
• Assists with audit planning procedures including audit tests using the firm’s audit methodology, ensuring that key matters not identified at the planning stage are brought to the attention of the client management team.
• Completes allocated tasks to a high standard which meet set reporting and auditing standards.
• Assists with preparation of simpler financial statements or reviews client-prepared financial statements and other management reports to develop understanding and increase knowledge of various entities and accounting issues.
• Monitors own WIP and ensures a positive contribution is made to departmental billing.
• Builds confidence in dealing with clients and knowledge of more in-depth tasks, developing the ability to take on more complex engagements and builds relationships to ensure client retention and growth.
• Acts as an ambassador of the firm, building relationships and promoting the firm at every opportunity to facilitate new business opportunities.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

• Curiosity for digital tools and data, and a drive to find smarter solutions early on.
• Possesses excellent planning, organisational and time management skills.
• Critical thinking, sound judgement, and attention to detail from your first live piece of work.
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines coupled with a flexible attitude and a proactive approach to work.
• Genuine interest in our clients' businesses and an eye for spotting opportunities to add value, from the start.
• Analytical with the ability to analyse data from a variety of different sources.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the confidence to deal with people at all levels.
• Taking ownership of your growth and seeking out opportunities rather than waiting for them to come to you.

We've got a flexible approach to academic entry requirements, and we'll consider these alongside your strengths and motivations. We typically look at School leaver: 112 UCAS points or equivalent / Graduate: Degree (2:1 or above) or equivalent.

What investing in talent actually looks like:

• A fully-funded professional qualification, including paid study leave, expert tuition, and all course fees covered.
• Access to the latest leading AI tools and digital solutions from day one, building skills that will shape the future of your career.
• Meaningful client interaction - understanding how businesses operate and driving results which matter.
• Access to additional opportunities as you reach your potential - from working with our Senior Leadership Team to shaping new initiatives.
• Business Development responsibilities before you even qualify. Hands-on opportunities to win work and support our growth ambitions.