Audit Graduate, Belfast, January 2027

Cooper Parry; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work approach

Generous holiday allowance

Relaxed dress code

Wellbeing programme

Volunteering opportunities

Social and sports clubs

Job summary

Cooper Parry in Northern Ireland is recruiting an Audit Trainee to join our tight-knit teams delivering statutory audits for a varied client mix. You’ll gain hands-on experience from day one and work towards ACA qualification.

This role begins January 2027, with study support and a pathway designed to grow your skills while you contribute to real client work across ourDungannon or Belfast offices.

Qualifications

• Degree completed and continued study for ACA or equivalent qualification.
• 3 A Levels (BBC) including a numerical or business-related subject.
• Ability to balance study with hands-on audit work.

Responsibilities

• Review and document client information such as invoices and payroll reports.
• Assess accuracy and reliability of financial data.
• Attend client year-end stock takes (weekends/around Christmas).
• Communicate with client finance teams to understand systems and processes.
• Assist in preparing financial statements using audit software.
• Work in small teams to perform testing and contribute to audit reports.
• Meet deadlines and support the team to deliver high‑quality work.

Skills

Detail orientation

Clear communication

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Audit enthusiasm

Education

Degree completed

3 A-Levels (BBC or equivalent)

Tools

Audit software

Job description

About the role...

Careersdon’tstart here. They take off.

Ready tokick‑startyour Audit career and join a firm that does things differently? Ifyou’renaturally curious, always askingwhyand keen to understand how businesses really work,you’rein the right place.

Whether you’ve just finished your A Levels, wrapped up yourDegree, or taken time out to figure out what matters to you, we’ve built a pathway that supports your growth and helps you become a qualified accountant — without losing yourself along the way.

Our Audit teams are basedacrosstheUK however this role is for ourDungannonor Belfastoffice.As an Audit Trainee,you’llbe part of atight‑knitcrew delivering statutory audits for a seriously varied mix of clients.You’llgethands‑onexperience from day one, build skills that matterand contribute to work that makes a real impact.

This role will begin inJanuary 2027.

About you...

About you…

At Cooper Parry, shared success is the heartbeat of everything we do. We learn together, challenge each otherand back people who want to grow.

Studying for a professional qualification while working is no small feat. It takes commitment, resilience, and the ability to juggle priorities. But ifyou’reexcited by the idea of understanding how businesses and pension schemesoperate, keen to make a difference and driven to keep improving —you’llfit right in.

Graduates:You’llneed a completed degree and at least 3 A Levels (or equivalent) at grades BBC, including one numerical orbusiness‑relatedsubject.

School Leavers:You’llneed the same A Level requirementsas above.

Lifedoesn’talways go to plan. If your grades wereimpactedby circumstances outside your control, talk to us.We’rehere to understand your story and help you find the right route forward.

We’relooking for people who…

• Have a sharp eye for detail and a genuine interest in how numbers tell a story
• Communicate clearly and confidently, building trust with clients and teammates
• Thrive infast‑movinenvironments and enjoy working with different people
• Can juggle multiple tasks and stay organised under pressure
• Are enthusiastic about Audit and motivated to smash their qualification journey

Yourday‑to‑day…

• Reviewing and documenting client information — invoices, bank statements, payroll reports
• Assessing the accuracy and reliability of financial data
• Attending clientyear‑endstocktakes (sometimes on weekends or around Christmas)
• Speaking with client finance teams to understand their systems and processes
• Assistingin preparing financial statements using our audit software
• Working in small teams to carry out financial testing and contribute to audit reports
• Meeting deadlines and supporting your team to deliverhigh‑qualitywork

You’llalso be studying for your ACA Chartered Accountant Qualification through a mix of college courses andon‑the‑joblearning. It typically takes around3 years for graduatesor4 years for school leavers. Throughout,you’llbe supported by your team, your managers, and our dedicated Student Support Manager.

About us...

About us…

We’renot your typical accountants. We cut through red tape, put people and relationships firstand deliver advicethat’sclear, honest, and impactful.That’showwe’vebecome thefastest‑growingaccountancy firm in the UK — andwe’reonly just getting started.

Some of our proudest achievements:

• RankedNo.1in the‑TierPower Index(2022)
• NamedBest Companies No.1 Accountancy Firm(2023) &No.30 Best Large Company to Work For(2023)
• AchievedB Corp certificationin 2023, reflecting our commitment to people,planetand purpose
• Ranked in theTop 100 Apprenticeship Employers(2026)

What’sin it for you…

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, inspired, and empowered to be themselves.That’swhy we offer:

• A flexible approach to work — balancing home, office, and client time
• Generous holiday allowance
• A relaxed dress code — justwear something!
• A comprehensive wellbeing programme covering physical, mental, spiritual, and financial health
• Volunteering opportunities to give back
• Social and sports clubs to help you connect and unwind

We’reproud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. If you need adjustments during the application process, just let us know —we’vegot you.