Audit Graduate

Dains Accountants & Advisers; Dartford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ACA training programme

25 days leave

Induction programme

Hybrid working options

Professional subscriptions

Development reviews

Volunteer days

Social events

Dains Academy access

Dains Learning platform access

Job summary

The Dains Group is hiring an Audit Graduate for our Dartford office. You will join a structured 3-year ACA training programme, gaining exposure to auditing across sectors while learning to assess risk and verify financial information.

The role offers a comprehensive induction, professional development and hybrid working options. As part of a fast-growing, client-focused firm, you’ll undertake hands-on audit work, build trust with clients and develop your career in accounting and advisory

Qualifications

• GCSEs: Maths and English at grade 6 or above.
• UCAS points 120 or equivalent (excluding General Studies).
• Degree: 2:1 honours (predicted acceptable).
• Eligibility to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Examine company accounts and test financial systems.
• Ensure clients' financial statements present a true and fair view.
• Learn risk assessment, verify transactions and provide assurance for regulatory requirements.

Education

Minimum GCSE grade 6 in Maths and English

UCAS points 120

2:1 honours degree/predicated

Eligibility to work in the UK without sponsorship

Job description

Are you ready to shape your future in accountancy and business advisory?

If you’re an enthusiastic graduate looking to join an accounting firm where you can enjoy a rewarding and progressive career, The Dains Group could offer you a range of opportunities.

Dains are hiring for an Audit Graduate to join our Dartford office where you will have the opportunity to grow your career in auditing alongside become a qualified ACA chartered accountant.

Department Early Careers Employment Type Full Time Location Dartford Workplace type Onsite

Our Audit Team

Our audit team know it’s all about building trust with clients. As part of our Audit team, you’ll examine company accounts, test financial systems, and ensure businesses are presenting a true and fair view of their performance. You’ll learn how to assess risk, verify transactions, and provide assurance that helps clients meet regulatory requirements and make informed decisions.

In audit you will work across a wide range of various sectors, giving you the exposure to allow you to work independently.

What You'll Get

• A 3 year structured training programme leading to Chartered Accountant status. (ACA)
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
• A comprehensive induction programme helping to set you up for success.
• Smart, flexible and hybrid working options.
• Paid professional subscriptions.
• Regular personal/professional development reviews.
• Paid volunteering days
• Regular social events and a supportive, people-focused culture.
• Enrolment into the Dains Academy and access to the Dains Learning platform.

Entry Requirements

• Minimum Grade 6 in Maths and English at GCSE level or equivalent.
• A minimum of 120 UCAS points or equivalent (Excluding General Studies).
• 2:1 honour degree/predicated.
• Eligibility to work in the UK without sponsorship.

About Barnes Roffe

In June 2025, Barnes Roffe became part of The Dains Group and together, we are on course to be a Top 20 firm. The Dains Group is a fast growing, independent accountancy practice, ranked 22nd, currently with over 1000 talented individuals across the UK and Ireland, ready to drive growth, make an impact, and offer outstanding career opportunities.

By partnering with Dains, Barnes Roffe have joined a firm with the same values and underlying service proposition that we have delivered to our  clients for over 125 years. As we are now part of a national firm the range of specialist services we offer has widened and this in turn greatly enhances the career opportunities for our talented team.

We believe our people is our greatest asset. As one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy groups, we offer a dynamic  , inclusive and the first mail‐*……………?? extra?in… (?)