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Accounting

School Leaver Programme, Audit - Edinburgh

S&W
Location
Edinburgh
Postcode
Quality Street, Edinburgh
Salary
Competitive salary
Positions available
1
Level
Level 6 – Degree
Degree awarded
Level 7
Start date
1 September 2027
Minimum grades
National 5 English and Mathematics at Grade B or above, minimum 112 UCAS tariff points from top three Higher and/or Advanced Higher subjects

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) qualification with ICAS. Curious, eager to learn and open to new challenges. Enjoys working with others and building positive relationships. Has a keen eye for detail and enjoys solving problems. Proactive and looks for ways to make a positive contribution. Takes ownership of their development and is motivated to achieve their goals. No previous experience in accountancy, finance or professional services is required.

Skills

financial analysisaudit testingclient relationship buildingproblem solvingattention to detailcommercial awareness

Required qualifications

Essential
National 5 · English · Grade B
Essential
National 5 · Mathematics · Grade B
Essential
Higher/Advanced Higher · Any · Grade 112 UCAS tariff points from top three subjects
Essential
Professional Qualification · Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) · Grade Not yet obtained

Training & development

You'll receive first-class professional training as you study for the Associate Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification with ICAS. 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
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. From your first day, you'll have people around you to guide you, answer questions and help you make the most of every opportunity.
Future prospects
Build a strong foundation in audit, accountancy and wider business advisory services. Develop technical expertise, commercial awareness and a well-rounded understanding of how organisations operate. Gain the Associate Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification.

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

S&W is one of the UK's fastest-growing accountancy and advisory firms. 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 Edinburgh. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £650–£900 a month.

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