Audit Junior (Industrial Placement) - Birmingham -September 2025

MHA; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a leading UK accountancy firm for undergraduates seeking a transformative internship experience. This paid placement lasts 12 months, allowing you to immerse yourself in practical work while developing essential skills. You'll collaborate with diverse teams on real projects, preparing financial statements, and gaining hands-on experience in audit processes. Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and a supportive network dedicated to your growth. Join a firm recognized for its commitment to excellence and embark on a journey that will shape your professional future!

Benefits

Competitive Salary and Benefits

Hybrid Working

Hands-On Experience

Supportive Network

Qualifications

• Passion for accountancy and a drive to excel.
• No specific finance background required.

Responsibilities

• Work on audit and accounts preparation assignments.
• Prepare financial statements and perform analytical reviews.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

112 UCAS Points (or equivalent)

2:1 Degree

Job description

Job description

September 2025 Start

This opportunity is aimed at undergraduates taking a 'sandwich degree', seeking practical work experience before committing to enter the profession. We offer the chance to fully understand working life and the unique culture we have at MHA. This is a paid internship lasting for 12 months, where you will embark on a transformative journey where your skills will flourish, and your aspirations will be nurtured.

Why MHA?

We’re passionate about people and committed to leading with ambition. Our placement scheme is designed for you to put your academic knowledge into practice and become a crucial asset for our clients. Imagine being the go-to person who makes a real impact from day one!

At MHA we are ranked among the UK’s top 15 accountancy firms. We work a diverse range of sectors including fashion, leisure, hospitality, renewable energy, gaming, and motorsports. This exposure will provide you with a broad perspective and varied experiences that will enrich your professional journey.

With a track record of winning prestigious awards, we’re an exciting firm to join, offering you a front-row seat to impactful work and professional growth.



What you will enjoy at MHA

• A Competitive Salary and Benefits: Enjoy a placement salary package that values your contribution from the start.
• Hybrid Working: Benefit from flexible working hours and the option to work from home.
• Hands-On Experience: Dive into practical, on-the-job training and build valuable client relationships early on.
• A Supportive Network: Join a vibrant, social community where mentors and peers are dedicated to your success and personal development.

Working for an Award-Winning Firm

We’re thrilled to have been recognised with top accolades, including Best Advisory Services at the Business Resilience Awards and multiple titles at the British Accountancy Awards, such as National Firm of the Year and Graduate Programme of the Year. We’ve also earned the prestigious GOLD award for Investors in People, highlighting our commitment to putting people first.

Your Impact and Responsibilities

As an Audit Junior, you’ll experience the power of collaboration as you work with diverse teams on real projects, building lasting connections with colleagues and start off by learning the fundamentals, including:

• Working on audit and accounts preparation assignments with your team
• Preparing financial statements and accounts
• Performing analytical reviews and drafting client correspondence
• Collaborating closely with your mentor on audit planning and client accounts

We’re dedicated to ensuring you receive the experience, personal development, and training needed to make your placement both stimulating and rewarding. We’ll carefully balance your hands-on experience with training to support your journey.

You’ll be paired with mentors and tutors who will guide and support you every step of the way, ensuring your progress and development stay on track.

What We’re Looking For:

While a background in finance is not required, we do seek placement students with at least 112 UCAS Points (or equivalent) and who are on track to achieve a 2:1 degree. A passion for accountancy and a drive to excel are what truly matter.

Make 2025 your year

Apply now for our 2025 Placement Scheme at MHA and step into a role where your career will thrive, your skills will be tested, and your potential will be realised. We can’t wait to see what you’ll bring to our team!

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Our application form takes just a few minutes to complete and includes some diversity questions. MHA is a committed member of Access Accountancy and as such, we track our diversity stats and actively work to improve on these, year on year, looking at new ways to promote our roles to the widest audience. Any data collected is fully anonymised before sharing with any external parties, as per our Data Protection Policy and is not visible to hiring managers, or used in any way during the selection process.