Private Capital Audit: Fast-Track to Leadership

CFA Institute; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £29,000

Full benefits package

Fully funded qualification

Named Partner sponsor

International exposure

AI tools access

Early client interaction

Job summary

CFA Institute in Leeds is seeking a trainee auditor who will embark on an accelerated pathway to professional qualification. You will gain hands-on experience across diverse clients, using AI tools to enhance efficiency and gain a global perspective early in your career.

You will balance study with real client work, build strong relationships, and develop judgement and analytical skills that extend beyond technical auditing. This one-pathway program accelerates leadership potential.

Qualifications

• Commercial curiosity about clients' businesses and spotting opportunities to add value.
• Open to using digital tools and data to find smarter solutions early.
• Adaptable and quick to learn in a fast-paced audit environment.

Responsibilities

• Audit financial statements to build confidence in numbers behind a business.
• Work with clients to gather evidence and test material for accuracy.
• Apply professional judgement to assess policies and estimates.
• Analyse internal controls and understand how companies manage money, risk and operations.
• Study for a relevant professional qualification to support career development.

Skills

Commercial curiosity

Digital tools mindset

Adaptability

Problem-solving

Collaborative communication

Proactive career mindset

Education

ACA/ICAS/CFAB/ACCA/CIMA or DTS

Tools

AI tools

Job description

CFA Institute in Leeds is seeking a trainee auditor who will embark on an accelerated pathway to professional qualification. You will gain hands-on experience across diverse clients, using AI tools to enhance efficiency and gain a global perspective early in your career.

You will balance study with real client work, build strong relationships, and develop judgement and analytical skills that extend beyond technical auditing. This one-pathway program accelerates leadership potential.