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Audit Placement Year, Midlands

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Cooper Parry

17d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Derby

AI generated summary

  • You need attention to detail, strong communication skills, adaptability, multitasking ability, and a passion for Audit. Minimum qualifications: 3 A Levels at BBC, with one in a numerical/business subject.
  • You will review client information, assess accuracy, communicate with finance teams, assist in financial statements, meet deadlines, and conduct financial testing in small teams.

Requirements

  • - Have great attention to detail, with a passion for numbers and a knack for following processes
  • - Possess great communication skills, can build rapport and are comfortable approaching clients
  • - Can adapt to changing priorities and work in different teams
  • - Able to multitask - processing data, chasing information and prioritising your own workload
  • - Are excited about Audit and driven to succeed in the role
  • - If you are a graduate our minimum requirement would be a completed degree and having gained a minimum of 3 A Levels or equivalent with grades BBC (with a minimum of one A Level in numerical or business-related subjects)
  • - If you are a school leaver our minimum requirement would be to have completed a minimum of 3 A Levels or equivalent with grades BBC (with a minimum of one A Level in numerical or business-related subjects)

Responsibilities

  • Detailed review and documentation of client information (invoices, bank statements, payroll reports, transactions in the year)
  • Assess the accuracy and reliability of client information and participate in client year end stocktake attendance (could be on weekends/around Christmas)
  • Daily communication with various members of client finance teams to understand their systems and information
  • Assist in preparing financial statements in our audit software
  • Play a key part in meeting client deadlines, which can sometimes be quite tight!
  • Working in small teams undertaking financial testing contributing your part to the audit of the company’s financial statements

FAQs

What is the start date for the Audit Placement Year?

The start date for this role will be late August/early September 2025.

What are the minimum academic requirements for this position?

If you are a graduate, the minimum requirement is a completed degree and a minimum of 3 A Levels or equivalent with grades BBC, including at least one A Level in numerical or business-related subjects. If you are a school leaver, the minimum requirement is to have completed at least 3 A Levels or equivalent with grades BBC, also including one A Level in a relevant subject.

Where will the Audit teams be based?

The Audit teams will be based at our East or West Midlands offices.

What qualities are you looking for in a candidate?

We seek candidates who have great attention to detail, passion for numbers, excellent communication skills, the ability to adapt to changing priorities, and excitement about a career in Audit.

Are there opportunities for volunteering?

Yes, we offer volunteering opportunities to work closely with local communities and charities.

How does the company support its employees' wellbeing?

We have an amazing wellbeing offering to support the physical, mental, spiritual, and financial health of our employees.

Will there be assessment centres for this role?

Yes, we will be hosting Assessment Centres on 19th November, 28th January, and 18th March.

Is there a dress code for the workplace?

No, there is no formal dress code; we simply ask that you "wear something!"

Can candidates with extenuating circumstances apply even if they do not meet the minimum academic requirements?

Yes, we are open to discussing pathways with candidates who may have extenuating circumstances that affected their educational results.

What type of work will the Audit placement students be involved in?

Audit placement students will assist in the management and delivery of statutory audits, including reviewing client information, assessing accuracy and reliability, and preparing financial statements.

Cooper Parry

The Rebels of Accountancy ⚡ Top 25 Best Companies to Work For – 4 Years Straight | #1 Accountancy Firm to Work For. Boom

Finance
Industry
201-500
Employees
1850
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Mission & Purpose

We’re no ordinary firm of accountants and business advisers, proud to be the UK’s largest accountancy B Corp, in fact. We work with entrepreneurial, fast growth businesses across the UK to help them grow, become more tax efficient, get up to speed with their Tech and transform their culture. We’re straight-talking and put people and relationships before products and services. And the one thing we will never do is grey.