Audit School/College Leaver Apprentice

Wage: £22,500 a year
Training course: Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)
Hours: Flexible working, core hours include 10.00am - 4.00pm
Start date: Monday 20 April 2026
Duration: 4 years
Positions available: 5

Summary

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.

Wage £22,500 a year Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7) Hours Flexible working, core hours include 10.00am - 4.00pm 37 hours 30 minutes a week Start date Monday 20 April 2026 Duration 4 years Positions available 5

What you'll do at work

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 Manchester office. This role is to start ASAP, so you must have completed education.

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

Where you'll work

St James S Bldg79 Oxford StManchesterM1 6HT

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

What you'll learn

Course contents Build trusted and sustainable relationships with individuals and organisations. Consistently support individuals and collaborate to achieve results as part of a team.Influence the impact of business decisions on relevant and affected communities based on an appreciation of different organisations and the environments in which they operate.Communicate in a clear, articulate and appropriate manner.  Adapt communications to suit different  situations, individuals or teams.Identify ethical dilemmas, understand the implications and behave appropriately. Understand their legal responsibilities, both within the letter and the spirit of the law, as well as be aware of the procedures for reporting concerns over potentially unethical activities.Take ownership of allocated projects and effectively manage their own time and the time of others.  Demonstrate good project management skills to deliver high quality work within the appropriate timeline. Act as a role model and motivate others to deliver results.Evaluate information quickly and draw accurate conclusions. Assess a problem from multiple angles  to ensure all relevant issues are considered. Gather the appropriate facts and evidence in order to make decisions effectively.

Training schedule

The apprentice will be out for college days at their local Kaplan office and will receive exam and study leave support Working towards a Level 7 Accountancy or taxation professional apprenticeship

Essential qualifications

A Level in:

One subject in Math, Business or Science (grade BBC)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

About this employer

We’re no ordinary firm of accountants and business advisers. And this means we don’t give ordinary advice. We’re straight-talking, we put people and relationships before products and services, and deliver a streamlined, client-focused service free from unnecessary red tape. This is what’s made us the fastest growing firm of accountants in the UK... and our vision is to continue. Over the last couple years alone, we have achieved some fantastic feats: Ranked No.1 in the Accountancy Age Mid-Tier Power Index in 2022 Were Best Companies No.1 Accountancy Firm & No.30 Best Large Company to work for in the UK in 2023 Became B Corp certified in 2023! Measuring and improving our impact beyond business for a brighter tomorrow

https://www.cooperparry.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Flexible working – balance home, office, and client time your way. Generous holiday allowance to recharge and explore. No dress code – just “wear something!”.

After this apprenticeship

There is clear progression pathway for an Audit trainee, once qualified you will be promoted to an assistant manager role