Audit Trainee: Fast-Track ACA & Flexible Work

targetjobs UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Generous holidays

Relaxed dress code

Wellbeing programme

Volunteering opportunities

Social clubs

Job summary

Cooper Parry in Manchester is recruiting an Audit Trainee to start in September 2027. You’ll gain hands-on experience delivering statutory audits across a varied client base while working toward the ACA qualification.

You’ll join a tight-knit team that supports growth with flexible work options, generous holidays, and a clear training path through combined college study and on‑the‑job learning. Assessment Centres take place on 17 February.

Qualifications

• Graduates: completed degree by your start date and at least 3 A Levels at grades BBC, including one numerical or business-related subject.
• School Leavers: same A Level requirements.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and documenting client information—invoices, bank statements, payroll reports.
• Assessing the accuracy and reliability of financial data.
• Attending client year-end stocktakes (sometimes on weekends or around Christmas).
• Speaking with client finance teams to understand their systems and processes.
• Assisting in preparing financial statements using our audit software.
• Working in small teams to carry out financial testing and contribute to audit reports.
• Meeting deadlines and supporting your team to deliver high-quality work.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Audit interest

Education

Degree completed by start date

A Levels: BBC including business/numerical

Tools

Audit software

Job description

Cooper Parry in Manchester is recruiting an Audit Trainee to start in September 2027. You’ll gain hands-on experience delivering statutory audits across a varied client base while working toward the ACA qualification.

You’ll join a tight-knit team that supports growth with flexible work options, generous holidays, and a clear training path through combined college study and on‑the‑job learning. Assessment Centres take place on 17 February.