Audit Trainee: ACA Pathway with Mentorship & Hybrid

Saffery; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Flexible work arrangements

Contributory pension plan (5% salary)

Job summary

Saffery is recruiting a trainee to join our ACA programme in the UK. The three-year training contract combines professional study with on‑the‑job learning, with exemptions for AAT Level 4 if applicable.

You'll gain experience across audit engagements and interact directly with clients as you build confidence and capability. We support your development with mentorship, structured training, and access to first‑class tuition centres, while you work toward your ACA qualification and broaden your

Qualifications

• 2:1 undergraduate degree in any discipline.
• Minimum 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels/Highers.
• GCSE Maths and English Language grade 6/B or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Take trainees through audit stages from planning to completion.
• Support audits for clients across varied industries by testing financial records and controls.
• Prepare clear audit documentation and working papers.
• Work with client financial data using accounting systems and audit tools.
• Assist with planning and fieldwork in office and at client sites.
• Build relationships with clients to understand their business.

Skills

2:1 Degree

UCAS 120+

GCSE Maths & English B

AAT Level 4 welcome

Education

2:1 Undergraduate Degree

AAT Level 4

GCSE/ Nat 5 Maths & English

Job description

Saffery is recruiting a trainee to join our ACA programme in the UK. The three-year training contract combines professional study with on‑the‑job learning, with exemptions for AAT Level 4 if applicable.

You'll gain experience across audit engagements and interact directly with clients as you build confidence and capability. We support your development with mentorship, structured training, and access to first‑class tuition centres, while you work toward your ACA qualification and broaden your