Audit Trainee (ACA) – School Leaver (Bournemouth)

Saffery Champness; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing scheme

Generous annual leave

Contributory pension plan

Job summary

Saffery Champness in Bournemouth is offering a School Leaver Audit Trainee (ACA) role with immediate start or January 2027. You will join a four‑year programme combining professional study with on‑the‑job learning, progressing to audit engagements and client exposure.

No prior experience is required; 120 UCAS points and GCSEs in Maths/English are expected. The firm supports ACA study, offers mentorship, and values collaboration and development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels or Highers (or equivalent).
• GCSE Maths and English Language at grade 6/B or above (or equivalent).
• AAT qualified candidates welcome; exemptions possible if you have AAT up to Level 4.

Responsibilities

• Participate in audit engagements from planning to completion.
• Test financial information and review key controls for clients across industries.
• Prepare audit documentation and working papers with clarity.
• Work with client data using accounting systems and audit tools.
• Develop client relationships and contribute to timely delivery of high-quality audits.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Curiosity

Education

ACA qualification

AAT Level 4

Job description

Saffery Champness in Bournemouth is offering a School Leaver Audit Trainee (ACA) role with immediate start or January 2027. You will join a four‑year programme combining professional study with on‑the‑job learning, progressing to audit engagements and client exposure.

No prior experience is required; 120 UCAS points and GCSEs in Maths/English are expected. The firm supports ACA study, offers mentorship, and values collaboration and development.