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Audit Graduate Programme - North East & West

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£29,000
ManchesterLiverpoolLeeds

Expected closing date: Sunday, 15 November 2026

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Key Takeaways

  • Earn £29,000 per year while training for your ACA qualification.
  • Gain hands-on audit experience across various clients and sectors.
  • Work towards becoming a fully qualified accountant with a guaranteed permanent role.
  • Study and work in Leeds, Liverpool, or Manchester.
  • Apply by Sunday, 15th November 2026.

About the Role

About the Audit Graduate Programme

This three-year programme offers the chance to gain hands-on experience while working towards the recognised professional qualification, the ACA.

What you'll do

  • Develop technical and commercial skills through real Audit work.
  • Gain experience across different clients, sectors, and specialist areas.
  • Learn from experienced colleagues, managers, directors, and partners.
  • Take on increasing responsibility, potentially joining client calls and leading meetings.

Qualifications

Upon successful completion of the programme and passing exams, you will be a fully qualified accountant and guaranteed a permanent role.

About you

  • Curious, resilient, and adaptable.
  • Ready to learn, ask questions, and take on responsibility.
  • Possess problem-solving, analytical skills, and critical thinking.

Entry Requirements

  • A minimum 2:2 degree in any discipline (obtained or predicted).
  • Three A-levels (or equivalent) at A*-C (excluding General Studies and Extended Projects), or four Scottish Highers or Advanced Highers at grade A-B (or equivalent, for example BTEC Extended Diploma).
  • GCSEs at grade 4 and above in Maths and English, or Scottish National 5 grade A-C.
  • Commitment to balance study and professional work.
  • The right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not provided).

Locations

Join us in one of our hubs in Leeds, Liverpool, or Manchester. You must live within a commutable distance of your chosen office, as relocation support is not provided.

Salary

£29,000 per annum.

Benefits

  • Additional leave
  • Gym membership
  • Employee discounts
  • Pension, health and wellbeing support
  • A range of protection benefits

Application Process

  1. Online application form
  2. Online assessments
  3. Video interview
  4. Virtual assessment centre
  5. Final interview in person

Key Dates

  • Programme start date: Monday, 20th September 2027
  • Closing date for applications: Sunday, 15th November 2026