Audit
School Leaver Audit Trainee (ACA) - London - January 2027
Saffery
Location
London
Salary
Competitive
Duration
4 years
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
ACA
Start date
1 January 2027
Application deadline
4 October 2026
Vacancy reference
School Leaver Audit Trainee (ACA) - London - January 2027
Minimum grades
120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels or Highers (excluding General Studies and AS Levels), grade 6 (or B) in GCSE or National 5 Maths and English Language
About the role
Join Saffery as an Audit Trainee studying towards the ACA qualification. You'll be taken through various stages of audit from planning to completion, support audit engagements across diverse industries, prepare audit documentation, work with accounting systems and audit tools, assist with planning and fieldwork both in office and on client sites, build client relationships, and help identify inconsistencies in financial information. Work within the Film, TV and Video Games Group serving a diverse range of clients including production companies, video game developers, studios, and streaming platforms.
Requirements
Minimum 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels or Highers (excluding General Studies and AS Levels), minimum grade 6 (or B) in GCSE or National 5 Maths and English Language (or equivalent). AAT qualification welcome. No prior relevant work experience required. Must be collaborative, responsible, progressive, acting with integrity, detail-oriented, organized, able to manage time effectively, willing to learn, and genuinely interested in how businesses operate.
Working week
Up to three days working from home (up to four days in office encouraged in first few months)
Skills
Audit planning and executionFinancial data analysisRisk assessmentTeamworkDecision-makingLeadershipClient relationship managementAttention to detailTime managementCommunication
Required qualifications
Essential
A Level or Scottish Higher · Any · Grade 120 UCAS points from top 3
Essential
GCSE or National 5 · Maths · Grade 6 (or B)
Essential
GCSE or National 5 · English Language · Grade 6 (or B)
Desired
AAT · Any · Grade Level 4
Training & development
Structured four-year development programme combining professional study with on-the-job learning. Bespoke School Leaver Programme developed with Kaplan includes a six-week business simulation designed to build key professional skills such as teamwork, decision-making and leadership. Full support and access to first-class tuition centres. Mentorship, structured training, off-site trainee programmes and regular social events.
Company benefits
Competitive salary, profit-sharing scheme (approximately £1,000 per year), generous annual leave and flexible work arrangements, contributory pension plan (5% salary match), buddy scheme and/or line manager support, agile working policy (up to three days working from home), health assessments, GP access and cancer screenings, access to mental health and wellbeing resources, mentorship and career progression opportunities, participation in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion programme, volunteer opportunities with People networks including Accessibility, Cultural Heritage, Faith, LGBTQ+, Social Mobility and Gender Equality. Travel expenses reimbursed for in-person interviews.
About Saffery
Saffery is a partner-led and people-focused firm of chartered accountants, tax and business advisers. Since 1855, they've built long-term relationships with diverse, high-profile clients across varied and specialised sectors. A proud member of Nexia, a worldwide network of trusted member firms. Prides itself on informal and inclusive culture where people can be themselves and enjoy challenging, interesting, rewarding careers.
Contact email
EarlyCareersTalent@saffery.com
If this one works out
This role is in London. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £900–£1,400 a month.