Graduate Chartered Accountant - Audit Trainee (Manchester)

Armstrong Watson; Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded qualifications

Paid study leave

Structured development programme

Mentors and training providers

Job summary

Armstrong Watson invites driven individuals to start their professional services career in Manchester. You'll work with real clients from day one, while pursuing ACA qualifications with full study support and mentorship. The three-year programme offers hands-on experience across audit and assurance, opening paths to specialist career opportunities.

Accepted candidates will join a standards-driven, values-led firm with clear momentum and a commitment to developing talent across the UK.

Qualifications

• Eligible for study towards ACA with full support provided.
• Academic requirements include a 2:1 degree and/or AAT Level 4.
• GCSEs and UCAS points criteria must be met.

Responsibilities

• Join UK’s leading independent accountancy firm’s Audit & Assurance team.
• Work with real clients from day one while gaining professional qualifications.
• Benefit from a structured development programme and mentorship.

Education

2:1 degree or above or AAT Level 4

GCSEs (6 at C or above incl Maths & English)

UCAS points 96+

Full UK Driving Licence by Sep 2027

Job description

Armstrong Watson invites driven individuals to start their professional services career in Manchester. You'll work with real clients from day one, while pursuing ACA qualifications with full study support and mentorship. The three-year programme offers hands-on experience across audit and assurance, opening paths to specialist career opportunities.

Accepted candidates will join a standards-driven, values-led firm with clear momentum and a commitment to developing talent across the UK.