Audit Trainee (ACA): Launch Your Audit Career

Saffery Champness; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study support

Tuition centres access

Job summary

Saffery Champness in High Wycombe is offering a School Leaver Audit Trainee role, starting January 2027, with study towards the ACA qualification.

The four-year programme blends professional study with on-the-job auditing across diverse clients. You’ll receive full support, with access to first-class tuition centres and a structured development pathway, in a collaborative and inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels or Highers (or equivalent).
• GCSE or National 5 Maths and English Language at grade 6/B or above.
• AAT qualification welcomed; detail this on the application form if completed.

Responsibilities

• Take trainees through the stages of an audit from planning to completion.
• Support audit engagements for clients across varied industries by testing financial information and reviewing key controls.
• Prepare clear audit documentation and working papers.
• Work with client data using a range of accounting systems and audit tools.
• Assist with planning and fieldwork on site and off-site where required.
• Build relationships with clients to gain a deeper understanding of their business.
• Identify differences or inconsistencies in financial information.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver high-quality audit work to deadlines.

Education

UCAS points requirement

Job description

Saffery Champness in High Wycombe is offering a School Leaver Audit Trainee role, starting January 2027, with study towards the ACA qualification.

The four-year programme blends professional study with on-the-job auditing across diverse clients. You’ll receive full support, with access to first-class tuition centres and a structured development pathway, in a collaborative and inclusive culture.