Audit - Privately Owned Business School Leaver Apprentice - Poole- 1 September 2026

Overview

Audit – Privately Owned Business School Leaver Apprentice – Poole- 1 September 2026 (5320)

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the UK and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You\\\’ll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you\\\’re supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You\\\’ll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact.

About the role

As an apprentice, here\\\’s what will await you during your four-year training contract:

Years 1 and 2:

• Master the art of auditing: Learn to prepare meticulous audit documents using the latest software and methodologies.
• Financial statements: Develop a deep understanding of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flows.
• Work side by side with clients: Be immersed into the business world by working directly with a variety of diverse companies. Understand their operations, challenges, and unique circumstances.
• Build relationships: Connect with key stakeholders both with our clients and internally in your team and across service lines. Gather relevant information and build strong professional relationships.

Years 3 and 4:

• Take on increasingly complex audit work, such as revenue recognition, valuation, and risk assessments.
• Take ownership of audit engagements by taking a leading role in their delivery.
• Mentor new and more junior team members, helping them to settle in and flourish.
• You\\\’re joining us as a permanent employee, so the 3 years is only the beginning of your exceptional career journey at Forvis Mazars.

What we’re looking for

• On track or have obtained A-level, BTEC or equivalent qualifications. Strong academic performance is important; however, we understand things don\\\’t always go to plan. Our recruitment process looks at your whole self and experiences in which you have grown. You can read about our approach to academics in our FAQs.
• Deep curiosity to learn new things and is naturally inquisitive.
• The ability to think critically, solve problems and share knowledge with others.
• A commitment to self-development and learning.
• Strong sense of ownership of duties and high levels of responsibility to deliver on promises.
• Always looks to try their best in all they do and always looking for ways to improve.
• Enjoys meeting and engaging with new people with an underlying respect for individuals, diversity, and integrity.
• Works well under pressure and has a positive can-do attitude when faced with challenging situations.
• Excellent time management skills.
• A willingness to travel and adhere to our flexible working environment.

Learning and development

Fully funded professional qualification for this role: ACA

Our supportive culture includes coaching, mentorship, and one-on-one guidance to help you grow, belong and make an impact. In addition to funding qualifications, we provide time off to study, and a blended training approach including in-person and virtual learning. You will be allocated a buddy before joining who will support you to settle into the team and navigate your first year at Forvis Mazars.

You will also receive comprehensive quality training and development to grow in your professional career; this includes development in professional excellence, client excellence, digital excellence, and technical excellence. Our goal is to support you in reaching your full potential and become a standout talent. To understand more read our FAQs.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people\\\’s unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity creates better outcomes for our clients. We promote an environment in which you can grow your skills, belong to a team that values your ideas, and make an impact that matters.

Next steps

Roles will be closed as soon as we find the right people, so to avoid disappointment please submit your application as soon as possible. The start date is 1 September 2026. If you are an international applicant and/or require a visa please view our FAQs before applying to be aware of deadlines and important information before applying.