Placement
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Gain hands-on experience in Audit during a placement year.
- Support statutory audits for a variety of clients.
- Requires current undergraduate study and 3 A Levels at BBC (including numerical/business subject).
- Starts early September 2027 in Belfast.
- Pathway towards becoming a qualified accountant.
About the Role
This is a placement year opportunity within the Audit team, starting in early September 2027.
What You'll Do
- Support the delivery of statutory audits for a wide range of clients.
- Review and document client information such as invoices, bank statements, and payroll reports.
- Assess the accuracy and reliability of financial data.
- Attend client year-end stocktakes (may include weekends or around Christmas).
- Communicate with client finance teams to understand their systems and processes.
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements using audit software.
- Work in small teams to carry out financial testing and contribute to audit reports.
- Meet deadlines and support your team to deliver high-quality work.
About You
- Currently studying an undergraduate degree, seeking a placement year as part of a 4-year programme.
- A minimum of 3 A Levels at grades BBC, including at least one numerical or business-related subject.
- A sharp eye for detail and a genuine interest in how numbers tell a story.
- Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to build trust.
- Ability to thrive in dynamic environments and work with different people.
- Capacity to manage multiple tasks and stay organised under pressure.
- Enthusiastic about Audit and motivated to succeed.
What's In It For You
- A pathway to becoming a qualified accountant.
- Hands-on experience and skill development.
- A flexible approach to work.
- Generous holiday allowance.
- A comprehensive wellbeing programme.
- Volunteering opportunities.
- Social and sports clubs.
