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Audit Placement Year, South

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Cooper Parry

16d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should be committed, detail-oriented, curious about businesses, with strong communication skills, able to multitask, and have 3 A Levels (BBC) in relevant subjects.
  • You will review client documents, ensure accuracy, communicate with finance teams, assist in preparing financial statements, meet deadlines, and contribute to audit testing in small teams.

Requirements

  • - You will need to be committed and have amazing project management skills to balance studies and the day job.
  • - You need to be curious about companies and see our work as part of their success.
  • - 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).
  • - 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.

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 role?

Our minimum requirement would be a completed degree or a completed minimum of 3 A Levels or equivalent with grades BBC, including at least one A Level in numerical or business-related subjects.

Are there opportunities for applicants with extenuating circumstances?

Yes, we are open to discussing and exploring pathways for candidates who may have extenuating circumstances affecting their academic results.

Where will the Audit teams be based?

Our Audit teams are based at our London office.

What qualities are you looking for in candidates?

We look for candidates who have great attention to detail, strong communication skills, adaptability to changing priorities, multitasking abilities, and a passion for audit.

What tasks will the Audit Placement Student be responsible for?

Responsibilities will include reviewing and documenting client information, assessing accuracy and reliability, participating in year-end stocktakes, preparing financial statements, meeting client deadlines, and working in small teams on financial testing.

What kind of culture does Cooper Parry promote?

Cooper Parry promotes a culture that puts people and relationships before products and services, encouraging continuous learning, bravery, and a supportive environment.

What benefits does Cooper Parry offer to its employees?

Benefits include a flexible approach to work, generous holiday entitlement, no dress code, a wellbeing offering, volunteering opportunities with local communities, and access to social/sports clubs.

How can candidates apply for the role?

Interested candidates can apply by clicking the apply button, uploading their CV, and following the next steps outlined in the application process.

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
Founded Year

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.