Audit Graduate Programme - September 2027 intake

EY; Reading; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

EY is seeking high-potential graduates for its Audit Graduate Programme in Reading. You will work in high-performing teams, using data and professional judgement to deliver insights that support true and fair financial reporting.

The programme includes studying towards the ICAEW or ICAS Chartered Accountancy qualification and extensive coaching. You will collaborate across sectors and locations, developing your skills through hands-on experience and formal learning, shaping trust in markets and

Qualifications

• Study towards ICAEW/ICAS chartered qualification.
• Strong analytical and data skills are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work on client engagements that help build trust and confidence in financial reporting.
• Carry out independent assessments of financial information to support true and fair reporting.
• Use data, technology and professional judgement to deliver meaningful insights.
• Collaborate with teams and clients across different sectors and locations.
• Develop your skills through hands‑on experience, coaching and formal learning towards a professional qualification.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Integrity

Digital fluency

Adaptability

Education

ICAEW/ICAS qualification pathway

Job description

Shape trust and confidence in global businesses

Programme Overview

On the Audit Graduate Programme,you’llshape the future with confidence by helping protect the reputation of businesses and supporting trust in markets.You’llwork in high performing teams, using technology and data to focus on analysis, professionaljudgementand powerful insights. As a Shaper of the future,you’llbuild your potential while making real impact for clients and society.

Along the way, you’ll study towards a globally recognised Chartered Accountancy qualification with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) or the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS).

Core Skills For Success

• Analytical thinking–using data, technology and professional judgement to deliverstronginsights others can rely on.
• Collaboration–thrivein inclusive teams where every voice and perspective strengthens outcomes.
• Integrity-acting with confidence and accountability to protect trust in business and society.
• Digital, data & AI fluency– applying digital tools and analytics to improveefficiencyand focus on higher‑value work.
• Adaptability-responding to changing client needsas priorities and technology evolve.

What You Will Be Doing

• Work on client engagements that help build trust and confidence in financial reporting.
• Carry out independent assessments of financial information to support true and fair reporting.
• Use data,technologyand professional judgement to deliver meaningful insights.
• Collaborate with teams and clients across different sectors and locations.
• Develop your skills throughhands‑onexperience,coachingand formal learningtowards a professional qualification.