Principal Trainee Auditor; Annex MIAA

Role Responsibilities

Perform a broad range of audit assignments of a complex/ad-hoc and non-financial nature in addition to a broad range of routine audit assignments. Apply risk management and governance principles to the planning and delivery of audit assignments at both an operational and strategic client level. Provide oversight, supervise and coach junior staff, and respond to a broad range of sensitive and complex queries from clients and staff.

Support Audit Managers with operational requirements, client queries and support.

Work directly at client sites across Merseyside, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Wirral, Cheshire, Staffordshire and Shropshire plus four office locations:
Manchester, Liverpool, Darwen and Chester. The role requires travel to client sites and is delivered via a hybrid working model – splitting time between office, client sites and home when required or studying for professional exams.

Under the MIAA framework, you will be supported to complete a professional audit/accountancy qualification with bodies such as IIA, ACCA, CIPFA, etc. You will receive a full study package, time off to study, attend college and complete online courses. Training includes blended professional study, 1:1 coaching and soft skills training.

Pay is modified in line with the following criteria:

• More than three but less than four years prior to completion of training: 60% of the pay band maximum for the qualified rate (£28,870).
• More than two but less than three years prior to completion of training: 65% (£31,276).
• More than one but less than two years prior to completion of training: 70% (£33,682).
• Up to 12 months prior to completion of training: 75% (£36,088). Flexible/Hybrid Working.
• Generous Pension Scheme.
• Professional study, development and protected learning time.
• Career Progression.

• Respect & Compassion.
• Trust.
• Innovation and Excellence.