Graduate Chartered Accountant — Audit Career Path

Armstrong-Watson; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 days annual leave + bank holidays

Annual leave purchase scheme

Health Shield Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid professional subscriptions

Referral and reward schemes

Regular social events

Job summary

Armstrong Watson is a leading independent accountancy firm offering a structured three-year Graduate/Chartered Accountant programme. You will work with real clients from day one, gain professional qualifications, and receive ACA study support to become a trusted business adviser.

The next cohort starts in September 2027 with positions in Carlisle, Glasgow, Newcastle, Leeds, Skipton & Manchester, spanning Audit and Assurance across sectors.

Qualifications

• Motivated individuals who enjoy working collaboratively and are eager to learn.
• Candidates must hold a 2:1 degree or above or AAT Level 4; 2:1 preferred.
• GCSEs (7 incl Maths/English) or 6 National Fives with Maths/English/Science.
• UCAS points 96 from A Levels/Scottish qualifications, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Join the Audit & Assurance team and work with real clients.
• Balance professional studies with on-the-job client work and training.
• Take on increasing responsibility as confidence grows and experience accrues.
• Explore career paths across Restructuring, Corporate Finance, or Business Services.

Skills

Motivated

Collaborative

Eager to learn

Strong communication

Education

2:1 degree or above

AAT Level 4

GCSEs 7 including Maths/English

UCAS points 96

Job description

Armstrong Watson is a leading independent accountancy firm offering a structured three-year Graduate/Chartered Accountant programme. You will work with real clients from day one, gain professional qualifications, and receive ACA study support to become a trusted business adviser.

The next cohort starts in September 2027 with positions in Carlisle, Glasgow, Newcastle, Leeds, Skipton & Manchester, spanning Audit and Assurance across sectors.