Key Takeaways
- Start a career in Not-for-Profit Audit with Grant Thornton.
- Earn a market-leading salary of £29,000 per year.
- Receive a fully-funded professional qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA) with paid study leave.
- Gain hands-on experience with clients and AI tools, developing leadership skills.
- Applications are for the Autumn 2027 intake.
About the Role
This programme offers a different approach to traditional apprenticeship schemes, focusing on accelerated career growth and turning trainees into leaders. You'll gain bigger opportunities and faster growth from the start.
What We Offer
- Market-leading Salary & Benefits: A salary of £29,000 with a full benefits package.
- Professional Qualification: Fully funded professional qualification (ACA, ICAS, CFAB, AAT, ACCA, CIMA or DTS) with paid study leave, expert tuition, and all course fees covered.
- Mentorship: A named Partner sponsor from day one.
- Global Exposure: Opportunities to build an international perspective.
- Digital Skills: Access to the latest AI tools and digital solutions.
- Client Interaction: Meaningful client engagement to understand business operations and drive results.
- Structured Learning: Development focused on future Partner capabilities, going beyond technical skills.
- Networking: In-person experiences with your cohort, building a lifelong network.
- Growth Opportunities: Access to additional opportunities, including working with the Senior Leadership Team and shaping new initiatives.
- Business Development: Early responsibilities in business development and winning work.
AI and Digital Transformation
Grant Thornton is investing £500m in digital transformation, utilising AI to handle manual tasks and allow you to focus on higher-value work. You will gain experience and training to progress rapidly. You'll spend more time on detailed analysis, professional judgement, and providing insights. You will also be responsible for reviewing and challenging AI inputs and outputs to ensure client service quality.
The Role: Not-for-Profit Audit
In this role, you will audit the financial records of charities and not-for-profit organisations to ensure accuracy and completeness. You will gain exposure to a wide range of clients, including charities, higher education institutions, and social housing providers.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Working with diverse clients to build relationships and understand their missions.
- Developing technical expertise in audit and financial reporting.
- Gathering and testing real data to assess the impact of errors.
- Applying professional judgement to client policies and estimates.
- Analysing financial statements and reviewing internal controls.
- Studying for a relevant professional qualification.
Who We're Looking For
We seek driven and determined individuals with the ambition to thrive in a high-performance culture. You should have:
- Commercial Curiosity: A genuine interest in clients' businesses and spotting opportunities.
- Digital Explorer Mindset: Curiosity for digital tools and data, seeking smarter solutions.
- Adaptability: Ability to embrace change, ask questions, and learn quickly.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Critical thinking, sound judgement, and attention to detail.
- Collaborative Communication: Ability to listen, adapt, and build trust.
- Proactive Career Approach: Taking ownership of your growth and seeking opportunities.
We have a flexible approach to academic entry requirements and will consider these alongside your strengths and motivations.