ACA Audit & Assurance Graduate Programme - August 2025

Menzies LLP; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading accountancy firm as a participant in the ACA Audit & Assurance Graduate programme, starting in August 2025. At Menzies LLP, this opportunity allows for rapid career progression and development while providing valuable insights into financial operations. You will work collaboratively within a diverse team, gain practical experience in auditing financial documents, and thrive in a supportive environment that values inclusivity and potential.

Benefits

Agile working policy

Dress for your day policy

23.5 days holiday plus bank holidays

Structured career development plans

Vibrant CSR program & social events

Access to Employee Assistance Programme for support

Qualifications

• Graduates with a minimum of a 2:2 degree are encouraged to apply.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Clear written and verbal communication abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk-based reviews of financial statements.
• Support the internal processes of the business.
• Supervise other trainees by your second year.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Minimum of a 2:2 undergraduate degree in any degree discipline

Minimum of 2 x A levels (A-C) and one other A level or equivalent

5 GCSEs grades A*-C or 9-4 (including Maths and English Language or equivalent)

Job description

ACA Audit & Assurance Graduate Programme - August 2025

Menzies is an equal opportunities employer which means that we recruit, employ, train, pay, and promote regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. We are building a first-class team and, to do so, we know that we need a diverse mix of talented people doing their best work.

Join Menzies LLP on our ACA Audit & Assurance Graduate programme and embark on an exciting career journey in accountancy. We’ll invest in you to develop the knowledge, skills and experience you need to build an exciting career full of diverse opportunities and unique experiences. You’ll enjoy a fast-tracked career development plan that recognises your potential and rewards your ambition.

About us

AtMenzies LLP, we are dedicated to being a leading firm of advisers and accountants for individuals and businesses. Our approach is driven byBRIGHTER THINKING— combining finance expertise with strategic insight, all while staying true to our core values:Inspire,Innovate,Collaborate, andEmpathise.

Proudly recognised as one of theBest Graduate & Apprenticeship Employersfor the past five years byJobCrowd.com, we are committed to nurturing future talent.

The ACA Programme

You will be based in our Audit & Assurance service line where you'll gain valuable commercial insights into how organisations operate and the challenges they face. Your responsibilities will grow as you progress through the programme, with the potential to supervise other trainees by your second year.

What does our Audit & Assurance team do?

Our Audit & Assurance teams carry out a detailed, risk-based review of a company’s financials to determine whether the financial statements are an accurate reflection.

We look to challenge the financial operations of a company and help to improve the internal processes of a business. This is critical in today’s business world as its financial statements are one of only a small number of documents that a company will place into the public domain, and a quality audit gives confidence in what is delivered to all stakeholders.

What do we look for?

️ Individuals who are collaborative and eager to take on new challenges
️ A minimum of a 2:2 undergraduate degree in any degree discipline
️ Minimum of 2 x A levels (A-C) and one other A level or equivalent
️ 5 GCSEs grades A*-C or 9-4 (including Maths and English Language or equivalent)
️ Ability to absorb new information and adapt quickly
️ Comfortable working with numbers and demonstrating strong attention to detail
️ Clear and thoughtful written and verbal communication skills
️ Able to explain financial information in an accessible and supportive manner

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you!

What can we offer?

Agile working policy
Dress for your day policy
23.5 days holiday plus bank holidays
Structured career development plans
A vibrant CSR program & social events to connect with colleagues
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for confidential support 24/7

At Menzies LLP, we support individuals from all backgrounds to develop and succeed in their careers. If you are interested in starting your career in Audit & Assurance and joining an inclusive team, apply now for our next intake.

Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each role, we may not always be able to respond to your application within a short-term time period. However, every application is reviewed by a member of the Talent Acquisition team against the criteria set-out.