Graduate Programme, Audit - Edinburgh (Sept 2027)

S&W; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded training

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Pension contribution

Generous holiday package

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loan

Eye care support

Shared parental leave

Job summary

S&W, one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy and advisory firms, offers an early-career role in Audit & Assurance. You’ll gain broad exposure to clients and industries while studying towards the ICAS CA qualification. No prior accountancy experience is required, and you’ll be supported with funded training and study time.

You’ll work with colleagues on engagements from day one, developing technical skills, commercial awareness and a solid foundation for a successful accounting career.

Qualifications

• No previous experience in accountancy or professional services required.
• Willingness to study towards the ICAS CA qualification.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in testing processes and controls.
• Build relationships with client teams.
• Resolve audit and accountancy queries.
• Support a range of audit and accountancy projects.

Skills

Curious & motivated

Teamwork & communication

Attention to detail

Education

2:2 degree minimum

English & Maths at Nat 5 (B)

UCAS 112 points (top 3)

Job description

Starting your career is about more than just a job. It's about the people you learn from, the relationships you build and the experiences that shape you. Whether that's passing an exam, achieving a personal milestone or celebrating success with your colleagues, you'll be part of a team that's invested in your growth, celebrates your successes and supports you to be yourself.

At S&W, you'll be given meaningful work from day one, while having the support, training and encouragement to help you succeed. You'll learn by doing, working alongside experienced colleagues, contributing to real projects and developing valuable professional skills from the start. As your confidence grows, so will your opportunities, with plenty of support along the way.

As one of the UK's fastest-growing accountancy and advisory firms, we offer a balance of opportunity and support. You'll learn from people at every level of the business, gain exposure to a variety of clients, industries and experiences, and develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to build a successful career.

No previous experience in accountancy, finance or professional services is required. We're looking for people who are curious, motivated and ready to learn. What matters most is your attitude and desire to develop. We'll provide the training, support and opportunities to help you make the most of your potential.

The Audit & Assurance Team at S&W

Our Audit & Assurance team works with a diverse range of clients, from entrepreneurial and family-owned businesses to charities, not-for-profit organisations and larger established businesses across a variety of industries.

What sets Audit & Assurance at S&W apart is the breadth of experience you'll gain early in your career. You'll develop technical expertise, commercial awareness and a well-rounded understanding of how organisations operate, while working closely with experienced colleagues and gaining exposure to senior leaders and Partners. Together, this provides a strong foundation for a successful career in the profession.

What Will You Be Doing?

As part of our Audit & Assurance team, you'll work alongside colleagues to deliver services to a variety of clients. You'll be involved in different stages of an engagement, gaining insight into how organisations operate and the role assurance plays in building confidence in financial reporting.

Alongside your role, you'll study towards the Associate Chartered Accountant (CA) professional qualification (ICAS). Through a combination of professional training and practical experience, you'll build a strong foundation in audit, accountancy and wider business advisory services. You'll be supported with funded training, dedicated study time and guidance from colleagues who have successfully completed the qualification themselves.

Your work will include:

• Testing processes and controls
• Building relationships with client teams
• Resolving audit and accountancy queries
• Supporting a range of audit and accountancy projects

Whether you're based in one of our offices or working directly with clients, you'll contribute to meaningful work from day one while building the skills and confidence needed to become a trusted adviser.

To Be Successful in This Role

You'll be someone who:

• Is curious, eager to learn and open to new challenges
• Enjoys working with others and building positive relationships
• Has a keen eye for detail and enjoys solving problems
• Is proactive and looks for ways to make a positive contribution
• Takes ownership of their development and is motivated to achieve their goals

You'll also need to:

• Be committed to working towards the Associate Chartered Accountant (CA) professional qualification (ICAS)
• Have obtained or be predicted a minimum 2:2 degree, in any discipline
• National 5 English and Mathematics at Grade B or above
• A minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points from your top three Higher and/or Advanced Higher subjects

No previous experience in accountancy, finance or professional services is required.

We'll support you throughout your qualification journey with a leading UK training provider, dedicated study time and practical experience that complements your learning. You'll join as part of a cohort and benefit from a support network that includes experienced colleagues, a buddy and our Learning & Development team, helping you make the most of the opportunities available to you.

As a Colleague at S&W, You'll Have Access to Benefits That Include

• Fully funded training towards professional qualifications
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Pension contribution
• Generous holiday package
• Option to purchase additional holiday
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Eye care support
• Shared parental leave

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we're delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workspace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.