Audit School​/East Midlands

Audit School/College Leaver, East Midlands

Careers don’t start here. They take off.

Are you ready to kickstart your career in Audit? Imagine working with a wide range of dynamic businesses, diving deep into their financials, and uncovering the stories behind the numbers – all while being part of a team that’s as ambitious and curious as you are.

We’re Cooper Parry’s Audit team – a collaborative group of professionals, passionate about delivering high-quality audits that make a real difference.

We work closely with clients to ensure transparency, accuracy, and trust in their financial reporting – helping them grow with confidence and clarity.

This role is based in our East Midlands office.

As an Audit Trainee
, you’ll dive into real projects from day one.

This is more than just a job – it’s a launchpad. You’ll:

• Support audit fieldwork
  by reviewing financial documents such as invoices, bank statements, and payroll reports, and assisting in the preparation of financial statements.
• Engage with clients
  to understand their systems and processes, attend year-end stocktakes, and contribute to audit testing and reporting in small teams.
• Deliver high-quality work
  by managing deadlines, ensuring data accuracy, and collaborating with your team to meet client expectations.

You’ll be supported every step of the way – by peers, mentors, and even our Partners. We’ll give you structure, but also the freedom to grow at your own pace.

We’re looking for someone with:

• 3 A-levels (BBC or above, including a numerical or business subject)
• Enthusiasm about Audit and motivated to succeed – both in the role and in their qualification journey
• This vacancy is for school/college leavers only, if you have a degree you should look for a vacancy with "graduate" in the job title

We’re proud to be a purpose-driven business. As the UK’s largest B Corp certified accountancy firm
, we’re committed to making a positive impact beyond profit – measuring our success by how we support people, communities, and the planet. We were ranked 83rd in the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK
, reflecting our dedication to nurturing early careers and creating opportunities for future talent.

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible working– balance home, office, and client time your way
• Generous holiday allowance to recharge and explore
• No dress code– just “wear something!”
• Award-winning wellbeing support– for your physical, mental, spiritual, and financial health
• Volunteering opportunities to give back to your community
• Social and sports clubsto connect and have fun