Key Takeaways
- Earn £25,500 – £28,000 per year as an Audit Apprentice.
- Study towards AAT Level 3/4 and ACA/CA qualifications over 5 years.
- Gain experience with major organisations, using new technologies like AI.
- Requires 5 GCSEs (inc. English & Maths) and 120 UCAS points (or equivalents).
About the Role
About Audit
In Audit, we support sustainable business growth by examining organisations and providing a true and fair view of their financial position. Our work helps to build public trust in organisations and the economy as a whole. The information that we provide can also help businesses to operate more efficiently and mitigate their financial risk.
Life as an Audit Apprentice
Some of the world’s biggest companies rely on us for our audit expertise. You’ll find yourself at the heart of these organisations, gaining varied experience on complex engagements. We’ll expect you to play an important role in supporting continuous improvement and audit quality, working with new technologies such as AI to analyse data and produce great work.
Travel is likely for audit and because the work is seasonal, you should expect there to be busier times of the year.
Your Future
Alongside your audit work, you’ll study towards a valuable professional accounting qualification, setting you up with the skills and accreditations for a successful career that could lead you to many different pathways and opportunities.
We’ll give you the training and resources you need to thrive with us and reach your full potential, as well as dedicated study leave to help you achieve your qualifications. You’ll work on challenging projects alongside a supportive team, allowing you to grow professionally and handle each new audit engagement with confidence.
Qualifications
- AAT Level 3/4 plus the ACA qualification or CA equivalent (Scotland locations)
- Programme Length: 5 Years
Entry Requirements
- 5 GCSEs at A* – C or at 4 – 9 (inc. English Language and Maths at Grade B or 5), or for Scotland 5 National 5 qualifications at Grades A – C (inc. English Language and Maths at Grade B or equivalent)
- 120 UCAS points from your ‘top’ 3 grades, excluding General Studies under the 2017 tariff point system at A Level (300 UCAS points pre-2017) or at Higher/Advanced Higher Level for Scotland.
Note: If you do not meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply as you will be given the option to provide additional information that enables us to assess your application and potential in the context of your socio-economic background and/or any extenuating circumstances.
Training and Development
- The KPMG Audit Apprenticeship uses innovative technology and is delivered via a blend of Online Classroom Live and Recorded courses plus in-centre classroom courses.
- You will complete the AAT Level 3 and 4 plus the Level 7 ACA/CA Professional Qualification.
- The AAT is spread over two years of your training agreement.
- The Level 7 programme uses innovative technology and is delivered via a blend of online and in-centre classroom courses.
- Both programmes are supported by BPP/ICAS and KPMG’s dedicated Early Careers Development team.
Salary
- £25,500 – £28,000 per year, dependent on programme and location.
Important Information
- If you have started or obtained a degree (or equivalent) in Accountancy or a similar field to the professional qualifications provided on the programme, please contact the Student Recruitment team to check your eligibility before making an application.