Audit - Apprenticeship
KPMG
Location
Leeds
Salary
£25,500 to £28,000 per annum
Duration
5 years
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Level 7
Start date
1 January 2027
Minimum grades
5 GCSEs at A* – C or at 4 – 9 (inc. English Language and Maths at Grade B or 5), 120 UCAS points
Disability Confident
✓ Yes
About the role
In Audit, we support sustainable business growth by examining organisations and providing a true and fair view of their financial position. You'll find yourself at the heart of these organisations, gaining varied experience on complex engagements. You'll play an important role in supporting continuous improvement and audit quality, working with new technologies such as AI to analyse data and produce great work. Travel is likely for audit and because the work is seasonal, you should expect there to be busier times of the year.
Requirements
5 GCSEs at A* – C or at 4 – 9 (inc. English Language and Maths at Grade B or 5), or for Scotland 5 National 5 qualifications at Grades A – C (inc. English Language and Maths at Grade B or equivalent). 120 UCAS points from your 'top' 3 grades, excluding General Studies under the 2017 tariff point system at A Level (300 UCAS points pre-2017) or at Higher/Advanced Higher Level for Scotland.
Working week
Full Time. Travel likely for audit and because the work is seasonal, expect busier times of the year.
Skills
Financial analysisData analysis using AIContinuous improvementAudit quality assuranceProfessional accountingBusiness frameworksFinancial reporting
Required qualifications
Essential
GCSE · English Language · Grade B or 5
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade B or 5
Essential
GCSE · Any · Grade A* – C or 4 – 9
Essential
A Level · Any · Grade 120 UCAS points
Essential
AAT · Level 3 · Grade Pass
Essential
AAT · Level 4 · Grade Pass
Essential
ACA/CA · Level 7 · Grade Pass
Training & development
Immersive induction experience through to formal training courses, leadership knowledge bites, learning journals, online courses and networking events. Complete AAT Level 3 and 4 plus Level 7 ACA/CA Professional Qualification. AAT Level 3 builds strong understanding of financial activities to high standard. Level 4 teaches application in business framework including systems, processes, accounting and tax practices. Level 7 develops technical qualification through exams, financial reporting standards, financial analysis and strategy. Blended approach of Online Classroom Live and Recorded courses plus in-centre classroom courses. AAT spreads over two years, then Level 7 qualification via ACA route or CA route.
Additional training
Supported by wide range of mechanisms applied by tuition provider (BPP/ICAS) and KPMG's dedicated Early Careers Development team. Dedicated study leave provided to help achieve qualifications.
Future prospects
Valuable professional accounting qualification, skills and accreditations for successful career with many different pathways and opportunities. Work on challenging projects alongside supportive team, growing professionally with confidence in handling audit engagements.
Company benefits
Flexible hybrid working with role sharing and flexible start and finish times to home working. Committed to creating inclusive environment where all colleagues thrive. Member of Business Disability Forum with support for adjustments needed. Recognised Disability Confident Leader with Guaranteed Interview Scheme for experienced professional opportunities.
Things to consider
If you have started or obtained a degree (or equivalent) in Accountancy or similar field to the professional qualifications provided on the programme, please contact the Student Recruitment team to check your eligibility before making an application. International students should refer to the International Students page for information about visas and requirements.
About KPMG
With offices across the UK, KPMG is part of a global network of firms providing Audit, Tax & Law, Consulting, and Technology Services to diverse clients.
Website
www.kpmg.co.ukContact email
student.recruitment@kpmg.co.uk
If this one works out
This role is in Leeds. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £500–£730 a month.