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School Leaver Audit Trainee (ACA) - Bristol - September 2027

Saffery
Location
Bristol
Salary
Competitive
Duration
4 years
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Level 7
Start date
1 September 2027
Application deadline
4 October 2026
Vacancy reference
School Leaver Audit Trainee (ACA) - Bristol - September 2027
Minimum grades
120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels or Highers (excluding General Studies and AS Levels), GCSE or National 5 Maths and English Language grade 6 (or B)

About the role

Join Saffery as an Audit Trainee studying towards the ACA qualification. You'll be taken through the various stages of an audit from planning to completion, support audit engagements for clients across diverse industries by testing financial information and reviewing key controls, prepare audit documentation and working papers, work with client financial data using accounting systems and audit tools, assist with planning and fieldwork both in the office and on client sites, build strong relationships with clients, help identify and investigate differences in financial information, and work closely with colleagues to deliver high-quality audit work to agreed deadlines.

Requirements

A minimum of 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels or Highers (excluding General Studies and AS Levels), a minimum of 6 (or B) in GCSE or National 5 Maths and English Language or equivalent. Applications welcomed from school leavers, career changers, and those without prior relevant work experience. AAT qualification welcomed.

Skills

Audit and accounting principlesFinancial analysisRisk assessmentTeamworkDecision-makingLeadershipAttention to detailTime managementClient relationship buildingData analysis

Required qualifications

Essential
A Level · Any · Grade 120 UCAS points from top 3
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 6
Essential
GCSE · English Language · Grade 6
Desired
AAT · Any · Grade Level 4

Training & development

Four-year training contract with full support and access to first-class tuition centres. Structured 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 ACA syllabus required unless AAT Level 4 qualified (exemptions apply). Studying alongside a cohort for best exam success. Mentorship, structured training, off-site trainee programmes and regular social events provided.

Company benefits

Competitive salary, profit-sharing scheme (approx. £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, up to 4 days in office during first few months), health assessments, GP access and cancer screenings, access to mental health and wellbeing resources, mentorship and career progression opportunities, participation in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion programme, volunteer opportunities with People networks including Accessibility, Cultural Heritage, Faith, LGBTQ+, Social Mobility and Gender Equality.

About Saffery

Saffery is a partner-led and people-focused firm of chartered accountants, tax and business advisers. Since 1855, they have 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, with access to local insight on a global scale. They pride themselves on their informal and inclusive culture, building an environment 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 Bristol. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £650–£900 a month.

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