Audit Trainee; ACA

Audit Trainee (ACA) – Peterborough – September 2026

Saffery, Peterborough, England, United Kingdom

Are you looking to start your career in audit? We’re seeking ambitious individuals from all backgrounds to join our team as a trainee, studying towards the ACA qualification.

We recognise that talent comes from different paths, so we encourage applications from recent graduates or career changers. No prior relevant experience required.

• Three‑year training contract with full support and first‑class tuition centres.
• If you have AAT Level 4, exemptions apply; otherwise the full ACA is required.

19 December 2025 – 11 January 2026. Psychometric testing paused during this period. Applications accepted and candidates may be invited for psychometric test mid‑January 2026.

• Progress through audit stages from planning to completion.
• Work on audit and accounts preparation for diverse clients.
• Learn client reviews, audit testing, and financial analysis.
• Visit client sites and build relationships.
• Gradually take more responsibility across the full audit cycle.

Mentorship, structured training, trainee programmes, and social events support your growth.

• 2:1 undergraduate degree (expected or obtained) from any discipline.
• Minimum 120 UCAS points from top 3 A‑Levels (or equivalent), excluding General Studies and AS Levels.
• Minimum GCSE Maths & English, grade 6 (or
  
  B).
• AAT qualification welcome; for experienced hires, explore part‑qualified opportunities.

• Competitive salary, paid overtime or time‑off in lieu.
• Profit‑sharing scheme (~£1,000 per year).
• Generous annual leave, flexible work arrangements.
• Pension plan with 5% salary match.
• Mentorship, career progression.
• Health & wellbeing resources.
• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion programme.

Familiarise yourself with our recruitment process, practise psychometric tests, and apply. If you’re not successful this cycle, re‑apply next September. Contact E for extenuating circumstances. Reasonable adjustments can be requested.

Internship

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing and Finance;
Industries:
Accounting