Audit Trainee: Fast‑Track ACA with Flexible Growth

targetjobs UK; Reading; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Generous holidays

Relaxed dress code

Wellbeing programme

Volunteering opportunities

Social clubs

Job summary

Cooper Parry in Reading is seeking an Audit Trainee to start in September 2027. You'll join a close-knit team delivering statutory audits for a varied mix of clients, gaining hands-on experience from day one while pursuing ACA qualification.

We value curiosity, attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to juggle multiple tasks. You'll study for ACA alongside practical client work, with support from mentors and a clear development pathway.

Qualifications

• Completed degree by start date.
• At least 3 A Levels (BBC) including numerical or business-related subject.
• Willingness to study ACA while working.

Responsibilities

• Review client information: invoices, bank statements, payroll reports.
• Assess 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 the team to deliver high-quality work.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Audit interest

Teamwork

Education

Degree (any field)

A-Levels BBC including one numerical or business-related subject

ACA/ACCA qualification in progress

Tools

Audit software

Job description

Cooper Parry in Reading is seeking an Audit Trainee to start in September 2027. You'll join a close-knit team delivering statutory audits for a varied mix of clients, gaining hands-on experience from day one while pursuing ACA qualification.

We value curiosity, attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to juggle multiple tasks. You'll study for ACA alongside practical client work, with support from mentors and a clear development pathway.