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Audit & Assurance

School Leaver Programme, Audit - Southampton (Sept 2027)

S&W
Location
Southampton
Salary
Competitive
Duration
Not specified
Level
Level 7 – Masters
Degree awarded
Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA)
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.

Working week

Full-time, Office Location: Southampton

Skills

Analytical thinkingAttention to detailProblem solvingRelationship buildingProfessional communicationFinancial analysis

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 through a combination of professional training and practical experience. We'll support you throughout your qualification journey with a leading UK training provider, dedicated study time and practical experience that complements your learning. You'll join as part of a cohort and benefit from a strong support network that includes experienced colleagues, a buddy and our Learning & Development team.

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

Things to consider

Only one application can be accepted to any programme in a recruitment season. If unsuccessful, you'll need to wait until the following recruitment season to reapply. CV upload is mandatory but will not be formally reviewed.

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.