Audit Pensions Trainee Apprentice

Government jobs, apprenticeship; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization is seeking an Audit Trainee to kickstart their career in audit. Based in the East Midlands, this apprenticeship offers practical experience while working with varied businesses and complex financial reporting. The role includes engaging in real projects and training for a professional qualification, with a competitive salary of £22,500 per year and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

No dress code

Award-winning wellbeing support

Social and sports clubs

Responsibilities

• Support audit fieldwork by reviewing financial documents and preparing financial statements.
• Engage with clients to understand systems and processes and contribute to audit testing.
• Deliver high-quality work by ensuring data accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Team working

Initiative

Education

A Level in Math or Business (grade BBC)

Job description

Careers don't start here. They take off. Are you ready to kickstart your career in Audit in September 2026? This role is based in our East Midlands office.

Wage: £22,500 a year. Salary increases will incur year on year depending how the student progresses.

Hours: Monday - Friday, 37 hours 30 minutes a week. Start date: Tuesday 1 September 2026. Duration: 3 years. Positions available: 2.

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You'll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

You'll be joining our specialist Audit Pensions team - where you'll work with pension schemes of all shapes and sizes, tackling complex financial reporting requirements and gaining deep insight into a sector that impacts millions of lives.

Imagine working with a wide range of dynamic businesses, diving deep into their financials, and uncovering the stories behind the numbers, all while being part of a team that's as ambitious and curious as you are.

As an Audit Trainee, you'll dive into real projects from day one. You'll:

• Support audit fieldwork by reviewing financial documents such as invoices, bank statements, and payroll reports, and assisting in the preparation of financial statements.
• Engage with clients to understand their systems and processes, attend year-end stocktakes, and contribute to audit testing and reporting in small teams.
• Deliver high-quality work by managing deadlines, ensuring data accuracy, and collaborating with your team to meet client expectations.

Where you'll work

Sky View, Argosy Road, East Midlands Airport, Castle Donington, Derby, DE74 2SA.

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You'll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED.

Training course

Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7).

What you'll learn

Course contents:

• Build trusted and sustainable relationships with individuals and organisations.
• Influence the impact of business decisions on relevant and affected communities based on an appreciation of different organisations and the environments in which they operate.
• Communicate in a clear, articulate and appropriate manner.
• Identify ethical dilemmas, understand the implications and behave appropriately.
• Take ownership of allocated projects and effectively manage their own time and the time of others.
• Evaluate information quickly and draw accurate conclusions.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

A Level in: at least one subject in either Math, Business etc. (grade BBC).

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

Company benefits

Generous holiday allowance, no dress code, award-winning wellbeing support, social and sports clubs.