Audit Apprenticeship: Path to Chartered Accountant

RSM; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Online learning portal

Lifestyle and wellbeing benefits

Financial wellbeing support

Job summary

RSM UK invites high-potential school/college leavers to join our External Audit apprenticeship in Liverpool. You’ll work with audit colleagues to review clients’ financial records, processes and controls, helping ensure accurate financial statements and stakeholder trust.

You’ll begin studying toward the Chartered Accountant qualification on day one, with exams in the early months. You’ll join a supportive team and gain on-the-job learning through structured training.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 112 UCAS points across three A levels (or equivalent level 3 qualification), 104 UCAS points across four Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers, or an Irish Leaving Certificate (higher level).
• An existing, permanent, right to live and work in the UK for this role.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to convey complex information clearly and concisely with team members and clients.
• The ability to analyse and interpret data to solve problems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, which enable you to build relationships and stay calm under pressure.
• A genuine interest in business and commerce together with strong organisational and time management skills.
• A willingness to travel to client sites and other offices as required.
• If that sounds like you, we know you’ll enjoy being part of our team.
• RSM does not accept General Studies, AS levels or the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ).

Responsibilities

• You’ll work with audit colleagues to conduct thorough, risk-focused reviews of clients’ financial records, processes, and controls.
• You'll play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy of financial statements and building trust and confidence among stakeholders.
• You’ll start studying towards your Chartered Accountant qualification as soon as you join, and within the first few months you’ll have taken your first exams.
• Becoming a key member of our team from day one, getting involved in client work quickly, initially as part of a larger team, before taking on individual responsibility for projects.
• Predominantly office based or at a client site, giving you the chance to build strong relationships with colleagues and get the support you need in the early stages of your career.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational and time management

Willingness to travel

Education

3 A levels / Scottish Highers / Irish Leaving Certificate requirement

Job description

RSM UK invites high-potential school/college leavers to join our External Audit apprenticeship in Liverpool. You’ll work with audit colleagues to review clients’ financial records, processes and controls, helping ensure accurate financial statements and stakeholder trust.

You’ll begin studying toward the Chartered Accountant qualification on day one, with exams in the early months. You’ll join a supportive team and gain on-the-job learning through structured training.