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SW Group School Leaver Programme, Audit - Manchester (Sept 2027)

S&W
Location
Manchester
Postcode
Princess Street
Salary
Competitive salary
Positions available
1
Level
Level 6 – Degree
Degree awarded
Level 7
Start date
1 September 2027
Minimum grades
GCSE English Language and Maths grade 5+, 112 UCAS points from top three A Levels

About the role

As part of our Audit & Assurance team, you'll work alongside colleagues to deliver services to a variety of clients. You'll be involved in different stages of an engagement, gaining insight into how organisations operate and the role assurance plays in building confidence in financial reporting. Your work will include: Analysing financial information, Testing processes and controls, Building relationships with client teams, Resolving audit and accountancy queries, Supporting a range of audit and accountancy projects.

Requirements

Be committed to working towards the Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) Level 7 professional qualification. Have a minimum of 112 UCAS points from your top three A Levels (or equivalent), excluding General Studies. Have achieved a minimum Grade 5 (or equivalent) in GCSE English Language and Maths. No previous experience in accountancy, finance or professional services is required.

Skills

Financial analysisProcess and control testingClient relationship buildingProblem solvingAttention to detailCommercial awareness

Required qualifications

Essential
GCSE · English Language · Grade 5
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 5
Essential
A Level · Any · Grade 112 UCAS points from top three
Essential
Degree · Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) · Grade Level 7

Training & development

You'll study towards the Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) qualification, a prestigious qualification equivalent to a Level 7 Master's degree. Through a combination of professional training and practical experience, you'll build a strong foundation in audit, accountancy and wider business advisory services. You'll be fully supported throughout your studies with funded training, dedicated study time, guidance from experienced colleagues and a network of people who want to see you succeed.
Additional training
Support from a leading UK training provider, dedicated study time and practical experience. You'll join as part of a cohort and benefit from a strong support network that includes experienced colleagues, a buddy and the Learning & Development team.
Future prospects
Build a strong foundation in audit, accountancy and wider business advisory services with exposure to diverse clients and industries.

Company benefits

Fully funded training towards professional qualifications, Competitive salary, Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Pension contribution, Generous holiday package, Option to purchase additional holiday, Cycle to work scheme, Season ticket loan, Eye care support, Shared parental leave

About S&W

One of the UK's fastest-growing accountancy and advisory firms offering a balance of opportunity and support. The Audit & Assurance team works with a diverse range of clients, from entrepreneurial and family-owned businesses to charities, not-for-profit organisations and larger established businesses across a variety of industries.
If this one works out

This role is in Manchester. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £550–£800 a month.

What rent could you afford?Moving to ManchesterRenting at 18