Part Qualified Trainee Auditor

Sumer Northern Ireland; Belfast; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Continuous training and development

Inclusive culture

Social responsibility initiatives

Team building events

Job summary

A leading audit firm in Belfast is seeking a Part Qualified Trainee Auditor to support the audit team and develop skills in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include assisting in fieldwork, preparing documentation, and fostering client relationships. Candidates should be pursuing a professional qualification and possess strong communication skills. This position offers competitive salaries, continuous training, and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Ambitious individual ready to build audit experience.
• Confident communication and relationship-building skills are essential.
• Solid understanding of audit principles and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and ability to build rapport at all levels.
• Well organised, able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proactive learner, keen on professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support audit fieldwork and manage workflow.
• Prepare audit documentation under senior guidance.
• Identify key issues during audits and suggest solutions.
• Assist in developing junior team members.
• Build strong client relationships.
• Develop understanding of technical compliance and contribute to advisory projects as experience grows.

Skills

Working towards a relevant professional qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA)

Previous experience in an audit role within practice

Good understanding of audit principles and accounting standards

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Confident communicator

Well organised and able to manage multiple tasks

Proactive approach to learning

Job description

Join to apply for the Part Qualified Trainee Auditor role at Sumer Northern Ireland

We’re looking for an ambitious individual to join our Audit team at Sumer NI. This is a fantastic opportunity to build on your existing experience, take on more responsibility in audit fieldwork, and develop your technical and leadership skills. You’ll work closely with experienced seniors and managers, gaining valuable exposure to a diverse client base and receiving the support you need to progress towards qualification.

Department: Audit

Location: Belfast

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting audit fieldwork and assisting in managing workflow within the audit team.
• Preparing audit documentation and contributing to client deliverables under the guidance of senior team members.
• Helping to identify key issues during audits and suggesting practical, well‑reasoned solutions.
• Assisting in the development of junior team members through collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Building strong client relationships and acting as a reliable point of contact for day‑to‑day queries.
• Developing your understanding of technical compliance and contributing to advisory projects as your experience grows.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Working towards a relevant professional qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA)
• Previous experience in an audit role within practice, ideally involving client‑facing work
• Good understanding of audit principles, accounting standards, and financial reporting
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
• Confident communicator who can build rapport with clients and colleagues at all levels
• Well organised and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
• Proactive approach to learning, professional development, and taking on new challenges

Job Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits, including pension, benefits hub, and an agile working policy.
• Continuous training and development opportunities, as well as mentoring and coaching from senior staff.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, where you can work with colleagues from different backgrounds and perspectives.
• Strong social responsibility ethos, supporting various charities and community initiatives.
• Fun and friendly atmosphere, with social events and team building.

Seniority level

Internship

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Accounting