Public Sector Audit: Fast-Track Leadership Programme

CFA Institute; Leeds; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £34,250

£5,000 joining bonus

Fully‑funded professional qualification

Sponsor from day one

International exposure

AI tools access

Client interaction

Structured learning

Cohort experiences

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

CFA Institute in Leeds offers a prestigious graduate programme designed to fast‑track your career in public sector audit and financial services. You’ll join a structured pathway with real client exposure from day one.

You will study for a professional qualification with paid study leave, a milestone £5,000 joining bonus, and a market‑leading starting salary of £34,250 plus full benefits. You’ll work with senior leaders and gain international exposure while developing leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Commercial curiosity and genuine interest in clients' businesses.
• Digital mindset with data and tools to find smarter solutions.
• Adaptability and quick learning in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving, judgement and attention to detail from first live work.
• Collaborative communication to build trust with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Work with a variety of public sector and client engagements, building relationships and developing technical audit skills.
• Engage with real data, select samples, gather evidence and test it to assess impacts on the business.
• Apply professional judgement to assess policies and estimates.
• Analyze financial statements and review internal controls across client organisations.
• Study for a relevant professional qualification (ACA/ICAS/CFAB/ACCA/CIMA or DTS) to support career progression.

Skills

Commercial curiosity

Digital explorer

Adaptability

Problem solving

Collaborative communication

Proactive career growth

Education

ACA/ICAS/CFAB/ACCA/ACCA/CIMA or DTS

Job description

CFA Institute in Leeds offers a prestigious graduate programme designed to fast‑track your career in public sector audit and financial services. You’ll join a structured pathway with real client exposure from day one.

You will study for a professional qualification with paid study leave, a milestone £5,000 joining bonus, and a market‑leading starting salary of £34,250 plus full benefits. You’ll work with senior leaders and gain international exposure while developing leadership skills.