Audit Trainee: ACA Path to Chartered Accountant

PKF Francis Clark; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Life assurance

Income protection

Health cash plan

Mental wellbeing support

Gym discounts

Volunteer day

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

PKF Francis Clark is inviting graduates to join its ACA trainee programme, with a three-year structured training pathway and support for qualification. The role offers a permanent start with a salary of £27,000 per year and full funding for professional qualifications, along with a commitment to wellbeing and a healthy work–life balance.

As an audit trainee, you will engage with diverse clients—from SMEs to charities and listed firms—developing technical and commercial expertise, and progressing

Qualifications

• On track for, or have achieved, a 2.2 degree or above in any discipline.
• Minimum of 112 UCAS points (from three A Levels or equivalent).
• GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 or above.
• Willingness to travel to client sites and other offices as required.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with clients and gain insight into how organisations operate.
• Work with a diverse range of clients across different sectors and industries.
• Collaborate in small teams on audit assignments for medium-sized and large organisations.
• Use data analytics and technology to identify risks, analyse information and draw conclusions.
• Develop technical, commercial and interpersonal skills.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analytics

Communication

Problem solving

Education

2.2 degree or above

UCAS points 112

Job description

PKF Francis Clark is inviting graduates to join its ACA trainee programme, with a three-year structured training pathway and support for qualification. The role offers a permanent start with a salary of £27,000 per year and full funding for professional qualifications, along with a commitment to wellbeing and a healthy work–life balance.

As an audit trainee, you will engage with diverse clients—from SMEs to charities and listed firms—developing technical and commercial expertise, and progressing