Graduate Accountant: ACA/ATT Trainee in Audit & Tax

Armstrong Watson LLP; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Shield Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid professional subscriptions

Annual leave

Job summary

Armstrong Watson LLP invites graduates to start their professional services career in Leeds. You will work with real clients while pursuing professional qualifications and receiving structured development and study support.

The three-year programme offers exposure across Audit and Assurance or Tax, with progression as your confidence and expertise grow. Successful candidates will join a busy, values-driven firm that emphasises client relationships, standards, and long-term career growth within a

Qualifications

• 2:1 degree or above or full AAT Level 4 qualification.
• GCSEs: 7 at grade 5 (C) or above or 6 National Fives at grade C or above.
• 96 UCAS points from A Levels or equivalent qualifications.
• UK driving licence and vehicle for business travel by Sept 2027.

Responsibilities

• Launched in a leading independent firm; work with real clients from day one.
• Begin with professional qualifications while gaining practical client-facing experience.
• Join either Audit and Assurance (ACA) or Tax (ATT/CTA) track and build relationships.
• Travel for structured training during the first weeks may be required.

Job description

Armstrong Watson LLP invites graduates to start their professional services career in Leeds. You will work with real clients while pursuing professional qualifications and receiving structured development and study support.

The three-year programme offers exposure across Audit and Assurance or Tax, with progression as your confidence and expertise grow. Successful candidates will join a busy, values-driven firm that emphasises client relationships, standards, and long-term career growth within a