ACCA Risk Assurance and Advisory Trainee

Menzies LLP; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in accountancy is seeking an ACCA Risk Assurance and Advisory Trainee located in Manchester. The successful candidate will assist clients and evaluate risk management processes while gaining hands-on experience and a globally recognized qualification. The role promises a structured career development plan, a vibrant teamwork environment, and support to ensure success. Candidates with a collaborative spirit and strong attention to detail are encouraged to apply. This is a fixed-term contract position with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Agile working policy

23.5 days holiday plus bank holidays

Structured career development plans

Social events and a vibrant CSR programme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• Collaborative individuals eager to take on new challenges.
• Ability to absorb new information and adapt quickly.
• Comfortable working with numbers.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in achieving strategic objectives through consulting services.
• Evaluate risk management processes and internal controls.
• Work with not-for-profit public sector businesses.

Skills

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Numerical proficiency

Education

2:2 undergraduate degree or higher

Minimum of 2 A levels (A-C)

5 GCSEs grades A*-C or 9-4

Job description

ACCA Risk Assurance and Advisory Trainee

Department: Outsourced Business Services

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: Manchester Office

Description

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 ACCA Risk Assurance and Advisory 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

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

Proudly recognised as one of the Best Graduate & Apprenticeship Employers for the past five years by JobCrowd.com, we are committed to nurturing future talent.

The ACCA Programme

Join us as an ACCA Trainee and kickstart your career with a globally recognised qualification. You'll gain hands‑on experience while working with diverse clients across various industries. With ongoing support from mentors and training managers, you'll develop a broad skill set and accelerate your career progression. This is a fantastic opportunity to build expertise, gain practical experience, and unlock exciting career opportunities in accounting and finance as part of a supportive, inclusive team.

What does our Risk Assurance and Advisory team do?

Our Risk, Assurance and Advisory team plays a vital role in assisting our clients to achieve their strategic objectives. They do this through providing assurance and consulting services to improve our clients' governance, risk management, and control processes, adding value and ensuring operations are effective, efficient, and compliant.

Essentially, this means that they will undertake a systematic review of internal systems, processes, and controls to identify weaknesses, and recommend improvements for better decision‑making and overall performance.

You'll work with predominantly not‑for‑profit public sector businesses and organisations to evaluate how well risks are being managed, how the business is running, and if current internal processes are sufficient or could be improved.

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 programme & social events to connect with colleagues
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for confidential support 24/7

Explore our comprehensive employee benefits package here: Menzies Employee Benefits

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 Restructuring and Insolvency 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.