Graduate External Auditor Trainee - Start Your ICAS Journey

Wbg Services LLP; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Wbg in Glasgow is growing its External Audit team and inviting you to join as a Graduate Trainee External Auditor. You’ll support delivery of audit assignments and work toward the ICAS qualification from day one.

Based in our friendly Glasgow office, you’ll gain hands-on experience across private, public and charitable sectors while developing technical and client-facing skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Working towards or holding an honours degree with 2:1 preferred.
• Strong academic background with excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Organised and able to manage time effectively across client work, professional development and other responsibilities.
• Able to demonstrate independence while contributing to a team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Previous experience in a professional office environment is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and delivery of external audit assignments across a range of clients and sectors.
• Assist with accounts preparation.
• Undertake audit fieldwork, including reviewing documentation and carrying out testing as required.
• Review and analyse relevant financial information as part of audit assignments.
• Prepare clear and accurate working papers to support audit work and conclusions.
• Contribute to the preparation of audit and accounts work.
• Attend client meetings where required and contribute professionally to discussions with clients and colleagues.
• Work to agreed deadlines and budgets, keeping colleagues informed of progress, queries and any risks to delivery.

Skills

Excellent communication

Analytical

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organised

Time management

Independent

Attention to detail

Education

Honours degree (2:1 preferred)

Finance/Accountancy degree advantageous

Job description

Wbg in Glasgow is growing its External Audit team and inviting you to join as a Graduate Trainee External Auditor. You’ll support delivery of audit assignments and work toward the ICAS qualification from day one.

Based in our friendly Glasgow office, you’ll gain hands-on experience across private, public and charitable sectors while developing technical and client-facing skills in a supportive environment.