Audit Data Analytics School Leaver Apprenticeship - CFAB - Manchester - September 2027

RSM; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CFAB study support

Alteryx/Power BI training

Health and wellbeing benefits

Electric car scheme

Job summary

RSM UK is looking for ambitious graduates to join the Audit Data Analytics Team, combining cutting-edge analytics with professional excellence.

You’ll design and build in-house apps for audit teams, learn from industry experts, and study towards CFAB while developing technical and commercial skills. Based in the Manchester area, you’ll work mainly in the office or on client site, gaining hands-on experience from day one.

Qualifications

• UCAS points required across three A levels (or equivalent) or other recognised UK qualifications.
• Right to work in the UK for this role.
• Genuine interest in technology and data analytics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn.
• Experience with Alteryx, SQL or Python is useful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and maintain in-house audit applications.
• Translate audit requirements into practical app features.
• Support development and testing of tools to standardise audit procedures.
• Collaborate with developers, data specialists and audit stakeholders.
• Monitor tool performance, user feedback and adoption.
• Pursue CFAB qualification and deepen knowledge of finance and audit.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interest in technology

Team collaboration

Education

UCAS points/UK qualifications requirement

Tools

Alteryx

SQL

Python

Job description

Make an Impact at RSM UK

Are you ambitious and looking to build a career where cutting-edge analytics meet professional excellence?

Join RSM's Audit Data Analytics Team and help shape the future of how audits are done. You’ll work at the intersection of advanced technology and data-led insight, building tools and solutions that improve quality and deliver real insight for our clients.

From day one, you’ll collaborate with industry experts, develop both technical and commercial skills, and contribute to impactful projects that are shaping the future of audit.

You'll make an impact by

• Helping to design, build and maintain in-house applications used by audit teams across RSM UK.
• Turning audit requirements into practical app features that are simple, reliable and easy to use.
• Supporting the development and testing of tools that standardise audit procedures and improve consistency.
• Working with developers, data specialists and audit stakeholders to refine products before release.
• Helping monitor app performance, user feedback and adoption so tools continue to meet audit team needs.
• Building your understanding of finance, accounting and audit as you study towards the CFAB qualification.

You’ll mostly be based in the office or at a client site – giving you chance to build strong relationships with colleagues and clients while getting the support you need in the early stages of your career.

What we’re looking for

We're looking for people who are ambitious, curious and ready to get involved. Here's what you'll need:

• 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.
• A genuine interest in technology and data analytics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate well with others.
• Close attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• The ability to adapt to change and embrace continuous learning.
• A background in maths, computer science, economics, finance or a related field would be useful but isn't essential.
• Experience with data analysis tools such as Alteryx, SQL or Python would be useful but isn't essential.

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).

The start date for this role is on 14 September 2027. Start dates are mandatory – the training you receive from day one is designed to give you the best possible start to your career with us.

What we can offer you

You’ll discover a culture that nurtures individuality and an environment where everyone is supported to reach their potential. With us, you’ll:

• Benefit from specific technology skills training focussed on our digital and data services such as Agile project delivery, as well as learning how to use our core tools, including Alteryx and Power BI.
• Study towards the ICAEW Certificate in Finance, Accounting and Business (CFAB) qualification, developing a strong foundation of knowledge across finance, accounting and business.
• Have access to Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.