Audit Trainee: ACA Pathway with Flexible Start

Cooper Parry; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Generous holiday

Casual dress

Wellbeing programme

Volunteering

Social clubs

Job summary

Cooper Parry is seeking an Audit Trainee to join our UK offices in Dungannon or Belfast. You will get hands-on experience delivering statutory audits for a varied client base, with support from a dedicated Student Support Manager. The role begins in September 2027 and offers a clear growth pathway toward ACA qualification.

You will study while you work, balancing college courses with on‑the‑job learning. We provide a supportive team, flexible approach to work, and opportunities to develop with a

Qualifications

• Completed degree and at least 3 A Levels (BBC) including one numerical or business-related subject.
• Willingness to study ACA Chartered Accountant Qualification alongside work.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and documenting client information (invoices, bank statements, payroll reports).
• Assessing accuracy and reliability of financial data.
• Attend client year-end stocktakes (weekends/around Christmas).
• Communicate with client finance teams to understand systems and processes.
• Assist in preparing financial statements using audit software.
• Work in small teams to perform financial testing and contribute to audit reports.
• Meet deadlines and support team to deliver high-quality work.

Skills

Detail oriented

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Multitasking

Audit enthusiasm

Education

Degree (UK)

3 A Levels (BBC)

Job description

Cooper Parry is seeking an Audit Trainee to join our UK offices in Dungannon or Belfast. You will get hands-on experience delivering statutory audits for a varied client base, with support from a dedicated Student Support Manager. The role begins in September 2027 and offers a clear growth pathway toward ACA qualification.

You will study while you work, balancing college courses with on‑the‑job learning. We provide a supportive team, flexible approach to work, and opportunities to develop with a