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INTRODUCTION
introduction
Welcome to the Inside Careers Guide to

Chartered Accountancy 2016/17.
The aim of this guide is to deepen your ACCOUNTANCY

understanding of the accountancy profession
and help you on the way to starting your own
career! With the expert advice of ICAEW and Visit www.insidecareers.co.uk/acc for:
professionals working in the industry, we hope Job search: search the latest
to expand your knowledge in every respect: graduate jobs, internships,
from the variety of an accountants work to the placements and insight days.
best qualifications to help you specialise and
reach your full potential in your chosen area. Employer directory: for easy access
to recruiter information, case studies
Inside this handy guide you will find everything and employer Q&As.
from salary information, first-hand profiles from
interns, recent graduates and senior employees Deadlines calendar: a handy way to
within the accountancy industry, to an overview keep track of opportunities you just
of the accountancy profession and advice on cant afford to miss.
how to find the right job for you. You can find
further information on all of these areas and Events calendar: to see all of the
more online at www.insidecareers.co.uk/acc relevant upcoming open days,
presentations and networking events
Once youve had a chance to take in all of this happening near you.
information and narrow down what area of
accountancy is best for you, turn to the Email alerts: sign up to hear about
Job Finder on page 110 or visit our complete new accountancy opportunities as
Employer Directory online to see which well as the latest career tips and
companies are hiring and what theyve got to industry news.
offer you. Best of luck!
The must-read guide for undergraduates

wanting to succeed in accountancy,
finance and business
Clare Power
Head of Student Recruitment
ICAEW
Contents
05 Introduction from ICAEW
The Profession Employer Directory

08 What is Chartered Accountancy? 56 Albert Goodman 84 Lubbock Fine
10 Why Work in Accountancy? 57 Alliots 86 Mazars
12 Salaries & Benefits 58 Barnes Roffe LLP 88 Menzies
13 Areas of Work 60 Blick Rothenberg 90 Mercer & Hole
62 Blinkhorns 91 Metric
Finding The Right Job 64 Brebners 92 Moore & Smalley LLP
18 Education & Skills 66 Buzzacott 93 Moore Stephens
20 Internships & Work Experience 67 Citroen Wells 94 Myers Clark
22 Applications & Interviews 68 Dixon Wilson 95 Nyman Lisbon Paul
24 Choosing the Right Employer 69 Gerald Edelman 96 PEM
70 Goodman Jones LLP 97 PKF Littlejohn LLP
CONTENTS PAGE
Internship ONE
Profiles CONTENTS PAGE TWO
71 HAT Group 98 Price Bailey
28 Summer Intern Larking Gowen 72 Hazlewoods 100 Rayner Essex
30 Assurance Summer Intern PwC 74 Hillier Hopkins 102 Rees Pollock
76 HW Fisher & Company 104 Saffery Champness
Graduate Profiles 78 Knox Cropper 106 Shipleys LLP
32 Trainee Chartered Accountant Bright Grahame Murray 80 Kreston Reeves 107 Smith & Williamson
34 Audit Assistant Buzzacott 83 Larking Gowen 108 UHY Hacker Young
36 Internal Auditor Mazars
JOB FINDER
Senior Profile 110 Job Finder
38 Accounting Partner Menzies
40 Senior Tax Associate PwC
42 Audit Senior Smith & Williamson
ICAEW & Qualifications

46 About ICAEW
48 How to Become an ICAEW Chartered Accountant
52 ICAEW University Student Scheme
53 The ICAEW Certificate in Finance, Accounting and Business (ICAEW CFAB)
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www.icaew.com/careers Combining professional development, ethics, support, professional development webinars,
work experience and academic study, our careers advice or networking opportunities.
Acknowledgments globally-recognised chartered accountancy Once you have qualified, you will be invited
We are indebted to ICAEW for their qualification, the ACA, will develop you into a to join our global network of over 145,000
support, in particular to Jacqueline credible business professional. Not only that, ICAEW Chartered Accountants.
Grisdale for her help throughout but as an ICAEW member, we will continue
the preparation of the guide in to support you throughout your career We hope you enjoy using this guide to learn
contributing copy and reviewing wherever you choose to take it. more about chartered accountancy. We will
the text for balance and accuracy. give you a real an insight into the career,
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finance and business. They are the ones training and once you qualify. There are also
making commercial decisions that affect lots of tips on finding an internship and more
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The Profession
What is Chartered Accountancy? 08

THE PROFESSION
Why Work in Accountancy? 10
Salaries & Benefits 12
Areas of Work 13
BACK TO CONTENTS
THE PROFESSION WHAT IS CHARTERED ACCOUNTANCY?
Go to
What is Chartered Accountancy? lead audit teams to
review and analyse p. 27 to read
information,
Accountants work in all sectors using their knowledge, skills and expertise to give systems and accountancy
professional advice to organisations on a variety of business and finance issues. Here processes so people employee
can do business with
we take a closer look at what it means to be a chartered accountant. confidence. profiles
BUSINESS ADVISORY
What do chartered accountants do? MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANTS How do organisations ensure
ICAEW Chartered Accountants are recognised Management accountants provide that they are a success? ICAEW Chartered
around the world as being highly qualified financial information internally within an Accountants consult with organisations of all
professionals. They are known for their ability organisation. This could be, for example, sizes and types around the world to support
to deliver the highest professional standards, data given to management to aid in decision them to find answers for specific business
wherever they work, however large or small making. As a management accountant, you challenges and develop competitive strategies
the challenge. The skills that ICAEW Chartered might get involved in performing budget to ensure business success.
Accountants have are valuable to businesses of analysis, financial planning and forecasting.
all kinds. They often work in strategic positions In management accountancy, the emphasis BUSINESS RECOVERY AND INSOLVENCY
that affect the direction and success of the is on forward planning and the achievement Many businesses encounter problems.
organisations they work with. of financial goals. ICAEW Chartered Accountants play a pivotal
role in guiding the business to turn its
As a chartered accountant, you can work across FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANTS fortunes around. However, if its too late to
a diverse range of specialist financial areas Financial accountants provide information recover, insolvency experts will guide the
including reporting, taxation, auditing, forensic for the use of people external to a business through the insolvency process
accounting, corporate finance, business company, such as shareholders, investors such as selling off the businesss assets and
recovery and insolvency. and creditors. Financial accountants focus paying staff and creditors.
more on the summarising of a companys
Depending on the area of accountancy you current position, reporting on a companys CORPORATE FINANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT
choose to specialise in, typical tasks could include: profitability, liquidity, solvency and stability. From giving advice on risk to conducting a
Unlike management accounting, financial full valuation of the target company, ICAEW
Continuous management of financial accounting is required by law. Chartered Accountants are involved in all kinds
systems and budgets. of company mergers and acquisitions giving
Undertaking financial audits an advice to clients every step of the way.
independent check of a companys
financial position. What does it mean FORENSIC ACCOUNTING
Liaising with clients to provide financial to be chartered? Many graduates entering the accountancy Experts in their field, forensic accountants use
information and advice. Whether youre an accountant, engineer accounting techniques, sophisticated software
profession will do so through financial
or surveyor, being chartered means youre and vital analytical skills to seek out evidence
accountancy, working in professional services
Chartered accountancy involves more at the top of your profession. You will be a of criminal activity. This area involves legal
or public practice. You could choose a career in
interaction with people than you may highly qualified professional and a member of a disputes, in-depth research and analysis and
any of the following specialisms:
think. While technical knowledge is vital, professional body with a royal charter, such as ICAEW even being an expert witness in court.
Audit and assurance
its also about being able to understand and will be able to have the letters ACA after your name.
Business advisory
key business challenges: solving problems, Business recovery and insolvency TAX
finding answers, analysing information To become a successful ICAEW Chartered Accountant,
Corporate finance and risk management How can large multi-national businesses make
and interpreting facts and figures to make you will need to complete our globally-recognised
Forensic accounting sure they are on top of their taxes? ICAEW
business recommendations. Youll need to chartered accountancy qualification, the ACA.
Taxation. Chartered Accountants navigate the complex
be able to communicate your expertise to Specifically designed to make sure you develop all
world of tax legislation to make sure clients
colleagues, managers and clients in an easy the skills and expertise youll need throughout
Areas of work in public practice arent paying too much or too little!
to understand way. your career, the ACA combines work with
study, giving you the opportunity to earn a AUDIT AND ASSURANCE
salary while studying for a Shareholders can see business performance is Find out more about becoming an ICAEW
Types of accountancy improving but can they trust the information Chartered Accountant for a career with limitless
globally-recognised qualification.
There are two main types of accountancy they are given? ICAEW Chartered Accountants possibilities. Visit icaew.com/careers today.
financial and management accountancy.
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THE PROFESSION WHY WORK IN ACCOUNTANCY?
WHY WORK IN ACCOUNTANCY? five reasons to become an ICAEW Chartered accountant
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There arent many careers as diverse as accountancy. It offers unrivalled opportunities,
Earning potential: Globally, a Flexibility: You dont need a business
potential for international travel, a competitive salary and job security. Read on to find
chartered accountants average or financial degree to become an
out some of the many benefits of becoming an ICAEW Chartered Accountant. salary plus bonus 0-2 years post ICAEW Chartered Accountant all
qualification is 49.9k. degrees are welcome.
Why choose a career in chartered accountancy? will gain experience of preparing accounts,
ICAEW Chartered Accountants can find meeting external clients, leading teams,
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themselves working in a variety of sectors or travelling and even managing people during
organisations. If youre looking for a career your training. The decision of where to Opportunity: They work with A global career: The ACA is
where you can train in business, practice, train is all down to personal preference: organisations of all shapes and recognised around the world. In
banking or the public sector, then accountancy it can depend on size and type of the sizes and across a wide variety of fact our members work in over 155
could be the profession for you. Once qualified, organisation, location, and which service sectors and industries. countries worldwide and ICAEW is
ICAEW Chartered Accountants can be found line interests you if you choose to train in a founding partner of Chartered
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working in senior roles all around the world. professional services. Accountants Worldwide (CAW).
Security: 97% of the worlds 100
As an ICAEW Chartered Accountant every day Life as a qualified chartered accountant global leading brands and 100% of
is different you could work across various Once qualified, you will be invited to the best global green brands employ
specialisms, including consulting, corporate become an ICAEW member and use ICAEW Chartered Accountants.
finance and forensic accounting. Plus, holding the letters ACA after your name. ICAEW
a globally-recognised qualification means members work in all fields of business
the opportunity for international travel and and finance, including: taxation, forensic
rewarding salaries are open to you. accounting, financial and general
management. Some are involved in public
Excellent study support and training practice work, others work in industry and Career destinations
A major benefit of ICAEWs chartered some are employed by government bodies Chartered accountants work at the highest levels of business and finance. You could:
accountancy qualification, the ACA, is that or charitable organisations. As ICAEW
you receive an attractive salary and full Chartered Accountants are valuable to Manage your own businesses.
support from your employer while training. all organisations, it means you will have Become a director of a well known or globally renowned company.
A training agreement consists of practical the opportunity to shape your career in Hold a management position within a financial services organisation.
work experience as well as studying and line with your interests and aspirations Become partner of an accountancy practice.
exams. Both are required to achieve the ACA. wherever you want your career to take you. Become a finance manager of a leading charity.
The qualification is often paid for by your
Become a financial controller of an international or premiership football club.
employer and youll be given time off to Working as a chartered accountant is a
attend tuition and study for your exams. rewarding, interesting and exciting career. Become the chief executive of a FTSE 100 company.
Read some of our senior profiles from page 38
Work will be challenging and you will be to find out what its like to work across the top
given a lot of responsibility early on. You levels of accountancy, finance and business.
THE PROFESSION SALARIES & BENEFITS/AREAS OF WORK
SALARIES & BENEFITS AREAS OF WORK

Perhaps you want a career where you can influence the strategy, direction and
With the job market displaying encouraging signs for this years graduates, this article profitability of an organisation? Or maybe, a career that gives you the opportunity to
is designed to enable you to take a look at what you could earn in the early stages of make a real difference, through ensuring that your employer has the funds to deliver its
your accountancy career. Read on for analysis of accountancy recruitment activity and charitable work. Sound interesting? With a range of industries and sectors to work in, a
an outline of the standard trainee benefits package. career in chartered accountancy really does offer limitless and exciting opportunities.
Graduate accountancy vacancies were up a individual. These policies usually take the form Professional services and public practice
whopping 12.3% last year and accountancy is of a benefits fund, which is either paid in cash A public practice firms accountants deal with
expected to remain one of the largest sectors on top of salary or can be used to purchase the accounting and financial needs of a client
of graduate recruitment in 2016. Although additional benefits. Benefits include extra whilst remaining independent from their
this figure comes along with a noticeable rise holiday, private healthcare, retail vouchers, clients staff. Varying in size, type and location,
in the number of graduates turning down or dental care, childcare vouchers, differing levels accountancy practices offer their clients a
reneging on job offers that they had previously of life insurance and travel insurance. range of services including:
accepted, meaning that over 1,000 graduate Audit
positions were left unfilled last year, reducing The mid-tier firms tend to offer similar Business advisory
the graduate intake at almost a third of the packages of flexible benefits, but this will vary. Consultancy
UKs leading employers. Forensic
Below manager grade, the typical benefits for Insolvency
Vacancies for newly qualified accountants are in those who are studying or have studied one of Tax advice.
the most abundance, with practices looking to the main accounting qualifications are:
cement head count in a healthier economy. The 20-25 days holiday WHY WORK IN PUBLIC PRACTICE?
average starting salary for graduates in accounting Pension Public practice can present trainees with a wide
remains high and has risen to 30,300 this year. Life assurance variety of experiences, working in multiple
Private healthcare industries, providing challenge and flexibility.
Benefits Death in service
Benefits vary greatly across firms. Larger Study support (for part qualified staff) This area of accountancy also offers
accounting firms offer a flexible package, No overtime. opportunities to specialise, for example, in
which can be adjusted to suit the needs of the Source: High Fliers Graduate Market Report 2016 audit or consultancy. Finally, public practice
is often seen as a sector that can offer job medium practices (SMPs). So there is a lot of
security, whereas other sectors can be hit variety for graduates interested in entering
Salary Guide hard by a recession. into this area of accountancy. Specific entry
roles in public practice include Audit Trainee,
Area NQ*-3 Years PQE** 4-7 years PQE Manager ROUTES INTO PUBLIC PRACTICE Assurance Trainee and Financial Analyst.
Within public practice there are large
international firms, including the Big Four Business and financial services
Technical Accounting 55,500-76,000 71,750-97,750 84,500-103,500 global accountancy firms PwC, EY, KPMG A growing number of graduates are beginning
and Deloitte as well as medium and small their accountancy careers in banks and
Financial Accounting 45,500-63,500 63,500-78,750 73,500-91,500 accountancy firms, known as small and businesses. Whether it is a large global
organisation or a small business, working in this
Regulatory Accounting 55,250-78,500 65,500-93,500 85,250-125,250 sector means that you will experience the full
process of financial management and reporting.
Management Accounting/
47,750-72,250 63,250-84,250 79,250-108,500 Public practice can present You will also develop an understanding of IT,
Financial Planning & Analysis marketing, sales and operations.
trainees with a wide variety
Internal Audit 52,750-69,250 65,500-83,500 79,250-104,750
of experiences, working in It can be a highly competitive environment with
rapidly-changing risks and constant demands
Fund Accounting 49,750-60,750 65,250-83,750 87,500-102,500 multiple industries, providing for innovation. As your career progresses, youll
challenge and flexibility. become involved in making strategic decisions
*NQ: Newly Qualified **PQE: Post Qualified Experience to drive the business forward, creating plans
Source: Robert Half 2016 Salary Guide. Based on London salaries. and leading change for business success.
THE PROFESSION AREAS OF WORK
WHY WORK IN BUSINESS AND Where ICAEW Chartered Accountants work

FINANCIAL SERVICES?
Working in industry allows you to make
strategic decisions and work towards the
Accountants are needed
growth of a company, which can offer a great in all areas of industry to
deal of personal satisfaction. Many choose
to work in commerce within an industry that
manage budgets, monitor
they are particularly passionate about, such the economic health of the
as media, or IT.
company and make important
ROUTES INTO ACCOUNTANCY IN INDUSTRY financial decisions.
A common route into commerce and
industry is for accountants to make the move
once they have completed their three-year
training agreements. in the charity and not-for-profit sector.
Organisations in this sector need to carefully
Accountants are needed in all areas of manage scarce resources and ICAEW Chartered
industry to manage budgets, monitor the Accountants working in them get involved in
economic health of the company and make a range of activities. This can include working
important financial decisions. Consequently, for a charity in a management accounting
accountants often occupy the most senior role, managing budgets, financial systems
positions in companies, all the way to chief and liaising with budget holders and trustees
executive. Typically accountants working to manage the needs of the organisation. Or
within financial services work in middle office it could be working for a charity specialist
banking roles, such as working in control, auditing firm, delivering high quality audit Public sector
monitoring trade activity. work, systems reviews and consultancies into Chartered accountants
the needs of charity clients. in the public sector Working in the public sector,
Financial services includes global banks with Go to p. 48 manage, distribute
and invest finances in youll be helping local
departments that offer accountancy training: for WHY WORK IN CHARITY AND NOT-FOR-PROFIT? to read more
example, Goldman Sachs, HSBC and Macquarie. There are many reasons working in the charity public services such communities and changing
and not-for-profit organisation can make for on ICAEW as health, education,
housing, emergency peoples lives, while leading a
Charity and not-for-profit a rewarding and satisfying career. This area of qualifications
Would you like to use your skills to make an accountancy is known to have a healthy work/ services and local successful and satisfying career.
impact on society? Then consider working life balance compared to some other areas authority services. They
and it is also generally offers very gratifying are constantly challenged
work knowing that you are helping an to reduce expenditure and
organisation that exists to make a positive improve efficiency to ensure value for money. the public sector as it affords the opportunity to
difference in the world. They are also in charge of holding government give something back to society.
departments to account by monitoring
SPECIALIST QUALIFICATIONS spending. By working in this sector youll be Working in the public sector can also provide a
ICAEW technical resources ICAEW offer a Diploma in Charity Accounting responsible for making sure that public money better work/life balance than in public practice
(DChA) obtaining this demonstrates that is being spent properly for the benefit of the or industry. Additional benefits, such as good
ICAEW offer industry news, guidance, you have the skills and knowledge to make nation. Youll be helping local communities pension schemes and longer holidays can be
groups and resources on all of these a real difference to businesses in the charity and changing peoples lives, while leading a a deciding factor for choosing to work in the
areas and more. Visit icaew.com and and not-for-profit sector. The DChA can be successful and satisfying career. public rather than private sector.
enter the Technical Resources area obtained one of two ways, either through
to explore further and get all the experience (for senior professionals with over WHY WORK IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR? ROUTES INTO THE PUBLIC SECTOR
information you need to decide three years charity accounting experience) If you work in the public sector, you will quickly Working towards your ACA qualification during
which area is the best fit for you. or study (a classroom-based postgraduate develop commercial and decision-making skills a three-year training agreement is fantastic
diploma course). The ICAEW have a charity as you allocate and monitor resources helping preparation if youre interested in the public
and voluntary sector group where you can to see that theyre efficiently and effectively sector. Join ICAEWs public sector group for
find more information about the current employed to give value for money. Many more information as well as key resources and
challenges facing the industry. graduates also choose to develop their career in guidance on the public sector.
FINDING THE RIGHT JOB
Education & Skills 18

FINDING THE RIGHT JOB
Internships & Work Experience 20
Applications & Interviews 22
Choosing the Right Employer 24
BACK TO CONTENTS
FINDING THE RIGHT JOB EDUCATION & SKILLS
EDUCATION & SKILLS DECISION MAKING AND

PROBLEM SOLVING
your behaviour may be viewed by others and
ensuring you always take the best course of
Being able to action for both yourself and your employer.
research, collate, Professionalism also includes how you treat
There are a variety of ways to train to become an ICAEW Chartered Accountant Go to p. 22 for analyse and your colleagues superiors, peers and all
because successful businesses and organisations need people with varied
backgrounds, interests and knowledge. Whether youre a graduate, a school leaver or application & interpret data from those around you in your place of work. It is
a range of sources very important to respect all individuals in the
a professional looking to move industry there is a route for you. interview tips helps chartered workplace at every stage in your career.
accountants to
Do I need an A level in maths? make sound, ethical COMMERCIAL AWARENESS
No. You need to be comfortable with business decisions. By being commercially aware, chartered
numbers. Employers look for students with accountants are able to think creatively about
maths at GCSE level at grade B or above, but Great chartered accountants Problem solving is all about using logic, as problems to identify solutions and give their
do not require it at A level.
are able to communicate well as imagination, to make sense of your
situation and come up with an intelligent
organisation the competitive edge.
What grades do I need? complex financial information solution. Examples of problem solving can Having an understanding of an employers
ICAEWs entry requirements relate to your school,
college or other relevant qualifications and
and advice to colleagues, be taken from and applied to all aspects of
your life. Consider mistakes that you have
business will show them that you have a
grasp of their market place. Demonstrating
full details can be found at icaew.com/careers. managers and clients in an rectified in the past and what you would do knowledge of an employers competitors
While employers are looking for applicants
with a good academic history, employability
easy to understand way. differently in the future. When it comes to
communicating your problem solving ability
helps you recognise the challenges they
come up against. It will make you better
skills are just as important. Check your the most important thing is to present the equipped to make decisions for them. Go the
chosen employers website for their specific problem and the actions you took. extra mile and sign up for industry news in
requirements before you apply. your chosen sector, following employers on
As well as being independent, confident PROFESSIONALISM Twitter and setting up key word searches. It
You can start the ACA as an independent and outgoing, employers are looking for Chartered accountants are highly respected will put you a step ahead of the crowd when
student, but we recommend you secure candidates to possess the following skills: for behaving professionally and conducting it comes to an interview.
a training agreement with an authorised business ethically at all times.
employer as soon as you can. ICAEW PEOPLE SKILLS IT SKILLS
authorised employers must meet strict Great chartered accountants are able to Presenting a professional image doesnt Chartered accountants have well rounded
standards to train ACA students, meaning communicate complex financial information mean sacrificing your own personality. It technical skills, keep up to date with
youll benefit from a first-rate employer who is and advice to colleagues, managers and means you should always be aware of how technology and are able to use it to solve
committed to giving you support and guidance clients in an easy to understand way. problems and develop strategic advice.
throughout your training. Securing a training
agreement early on also means that youll be Improve your people skills by putting yourself Even at entry level, employers will expect
paid a competitive salary while training too! into situations that require lots of interaction applicants to be computer literate. This is
with people from a wide range of backgrounds, one area where first impressions count.
Employability skills abilities and cultures. Volunteering and part The majority of employers now take online
There are over 3,300 authorised training time jobs give you access to lots of people from applications so the first example they will see
employers looking for the next generation different generations, levels and experiences, all of of your IT skills will be your application or CV.
of chartered accountants. While technical which helps to develop your communication skills. Make sure there are no spelling mistakes, dont
knowledge is vital, there is more to becoming just rely on spell check, get someone to proof
a successful ICAEW Chartered Accountant than TEAM WORKING read it for you too. This will show an employer
you might think. Knowing when to operate as a team member or you have a keen attention to detail.
a team leader is vital, as is the ability to support
Recruiters look for a broad range of personal and motivate others to achieve common goals. For more information on becoming an ICAEW
skills, not just academic ability. Having Team working skills can be gained and Chartered Accountant and enjoying a career with
demonstrated your sharp mind, youll also need demonstrated through any societies or teams limitless opportunities visit icaew.com/careers
to show that you have the right character and you are part of. Think about what made your
outlook. Part of this means being good with team successful and highlight your contribution
people (particularly clients), at ease with numbers to that. Keep track of any actions you took that
and interested in the way an organisations resulted in the overall success of the team for
financial matters impact on performance. future job applications and interviews.
FINDING THE RIGHT JOB internships & work experience
internships & work experience TOP FIVE PLACES TO FIND INTERNSHIPS AND PLACEMENTS:
According to the High Fliers report The Graduate Market in 2016, 32% of entry-level 1. Inside Careers
positions for graduates are filled by people who have already had work experience with Find and apply for internships, placements and insight days at www.insidecareers.co.uk. You
that employer through placements, internships and vacation work. Over half of recruiters can also find accountancy company profiles and graduate jobs here.
warned that they were unlikely to offer a job to graduates with no work experience.
2. ICAEW Training Vacancies
ICAEW provide an online portal detailing many internships, placements and work experience
Work experience, placements and internships have study has good business links. Larger national
opportunities. For up to date listings visit icaewtrainingvacancies.com
become an integral part of graduate recruitment employers may offer these programmes
for many leading employers. The recruitment too; over half of the companies in the High 3. University careers centres
process you go through to secure a work Fliers survey offered industrial placements. Your careers service will be able to help you with CVs as well as give advice about applying for
experience position is similar to those applying for Placement years can help you to: work experience. They may also know of firms looking for dedicated students. If you are studying
graduate positions. This means you could already Gain invaluable industry experience accountancy, why not ask your lecturers and personal tutors for names of firms and useful contacts?
be part way to securing a graduate position by the Gain experience of the graduate
time you start your placement or internship. recruitment process 4. Campus events and visits
Increase subject knowledge, potentially Make the most of employers visiting your campus. Many chartered accountancy firms, along
The number of work experience places in helping with your course marks with ICAEW, will hold presentations, networking sessions and exhibit at university careers fairs.
accountancy and the professional services industry Build employability skills Often ACA students attend, which is a great way to find out about opportunities and to find
is on the rise. Within the UKs 100 best-known Apply the theory from your degree out what the role involves, so take advantage of face to face networking.
and most successful employers alone, 2,337 were Earn money to support yourself through
on offer for 2016, an 11.3% rise from the previous your studies 5. Your own research
year. Work experience is a great way to show Help secure a job post-graduation. Research online which firms cater for internships, placements and work experience. A polite
employers you have the interest and ability to call or good covering letter could reveal a bespoke opportunity. Avoid blanket applications
work as a chartered accountant. The experience Most universities that offer placement years though a few targeted and well-researched applications will yield more results.
can give you an understanding of the industry will have a dedicated department to assist your
and help you to decide whether or not this is the placement search, but students can also search
career for you, as well as looking great on your CV, for and contact employers directly. University Alternative types of work experience customer-facing experience, as it is crucial to
possibly helping you secure a graduate position. careers fairs can be a good place to start and Unfortunately in todays competitive market an accountancy role. You could also ask to
you can search for the latest opportunities there are not enough opportunities for every be involved in company stock takes. Okay, no
The two main types of work experience are online on the Inside Careers website and at student interested in work experience. Therefore one likes working late but putting this in your
internships and placements. Placements, also icaewtrainingvacancies.com. its important to continually think about building CV shows some of the key skills required for
known as a year in industry or a sandwich year, your CV while at university. If you havent been an audit and shows that you are committed,
are opportunities available with specific degrees to Internships able to secure work experience in chartered able to take on extra responsibility and have a
take a year out of studying to work for a company Internships are often completed over the accountancy, have you considered good understanding of a commercial business.
in a related industry. Internships usually last 6-12 summer holidays. Larger firms often have Youll be able to comment on which products
weeks, are not linked to a degree course and are formal programmes available, normally for 1. Volunteering as a treasurer for a university sell well and potentially which are a bad
normally undertaken in the summer months. penultimate year students. However over club or society? Being treasurer of a sports club investment, all from your Saturday job.
two thirds of companies in the High Fliers could prove useful in an interview situation and
Placements survey offered internships to first years. If you on a CV. This role demonstrates to employers that 3. The relevance of your gap year experience?
Some accounting, finance and business are interested in an internship, the key is to you will have experience of budgeting, basic If you have travelled, maybe taught English
degree courses will give students the option research and apply early: the ideal time to find accounts and expenditure. abroad, think about how this could benefit a
to take a placement year as part of the out about application deadlines is during your It will show that you can future employer. You can work across cultures,
degree. Some firms local to universities may first year of university. Formal internships are balance work, study and work alone or as part of a team, meet different
offer placements, especially if the school of popular among students, as they can provide Go to the outside interests as well people and possibly speak foreign languages.
up to 12 weeks of experience.
Job Finder as hold a position of
trust, accountability So the truth is, while internships, work
It is important to continually Accountancy internships are usually paid, on p. 110 to see and authority. experience and placements are useful to
but smaller firms may offer shorter, unpaid
think about building your CV internships to individual students which can what opportunities 2. Your part-time
securing a training agreement, other experience
you gain through university life and in part-time
while at university. be equally as useful. Some larger firms also are available job? Employers jobs can also benefit future employers with
offer taster/insight days and weeks. always look for transferable skills and commercial awareness.
FINDING THE RIGHT JOB applications & INTERVIEWS
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applications & INTERVIEWS Competency-based interviews are structured
so that each question targets a specific key skill
or capability from the job specification. You will
The most successful accountants possess the ability to communicate with peers, be asked questions relating to your behaviour
customers, external business partners and investors alike, coupled with an acute in specific circumstances, which you will need
eye for detail and key technical accounting knowledge. Employers will want you to to back up with practical examples.
accountants. Be mindful of your body language;
demonstrate your professional qualities and your technical competencies on your CV your posture, eye contact and gestures can show
Learn to demonstrate your skills by using
and in the interview to prove why you are the best candidate for the job. the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result)
a lot about your confidence and mindset.
method and an example of a project you have
When starting your search for a graduate interviewing for a graduate job in finance. Your Ask questions
previously worked on.
accountancy role, it is important to identify CV is your sales pitch to a potential employer Prepare questions to ask at the end of your
the skills and competencies that you have and so ensure there are no spelling or grammatical interview that demonstrate you have done your
research the organisations and jobs that you errors and it is professionally presented. STAR method
research and are genuinely interested in the job
are best suited to. Decide if you are looking to S: Explain the situation and organisation. If the interview has followed
gain broad practice experience or specialise Your CV and application need to be tailored to T: What tasks were required of you a strict format, asking questions is a way to get
in a particular area to know where to start each individual role. This means ensuring you A: The action you took across experience that you may otherwise not
your search. Most important is the desire and demonstrate all the required competencies as R: The result, impact and value your be asked about. If it feels appropriate, ask if they
enthusiasm to work in the accounting and finance outlined in the job description. These could include: R: actions achieved. have any reservations about your application
field, as showing passion for your choice of work Attention to detail this may seem daunting, but could give you the
can make a huge difference in an interview. Excellent communication skills opportunity to overcome these concerns.
Overcoming objections Even if a company follows a different interview
The Hays UK Salary & Recruiting Trends 2016 Delivering excellent service AFTER THE INTERVIEW
format, knowing how to answer questions in
report found that 57% of finance employers Time management. Consider your exit
a way that sells your experience is the key to
plan to hire in 2016, and that 54% of finance Remember that your interview doesnt end until
success. With practice and preparation, the
employees plan to move jobs, so heres how you You may not need to change your CV you are out of the door and that the last 30
ability to structure your answers correctly
can stand out to those employers planning to hire. completely each time you apply to a role, seconds of an interview are as important as the
will become second nature, allowing you to
sometimes it can be as simple as re-ordering first. Leave with a professional handshake, make
concentrate on letting your personality and
BEFORE THE INTERVIEW the content so that the most relevant eye contact and thank your interviewer for their
enthusiasm shine at interview. Good preparation
CV preparation experience and skills come higher up the list for time. Remember to be polite and courteous to
will also show your commitment to the job and
Before starting your search, ensure that your one job application than they do for another. all employees you encounter even if they have
provide evidence of your organisational skills.
CV is up to date with your level of education, not been involved in your interview process!
experience and training and any professional Interview preparation THE INTERVIEW
qualifications that you already hold or are working If you are successful in your application, you Following your interview, dont forget to follow
On arrival
towards. If you do not have prior accountancy will then be invited to an interview. Creating a up with your recruitment consultant, if youve
Start by arriving for your interview promptly. Plan
experience, highlight areas of your previous great first impression at interview is important used one, to update them with your feedback and
ahead if you havent been to the location before
employment or studies that show your analytical as it is an opportunity to demonstrate your also to receive any feedback your interviewer may
and do a trial run if necessary. Dress appropriately
ability, attention to detail and communication attention to detail, analytical ability and of have provided too. If you have directly applied
and remain polite and courteous to anyone you
skills these are the characteristics employers will course your interest in the job. for the opportunity, send a follow up email the
meet. Greet your interviewer with a professional
be looking for. Show the areas you have excelled evening or morning after your interview thanking
handshake and friendly smile. If you are unsure
at in terms of study, particularly if this is directly Preparation is key to make a good first the company for their time and consideration
of the dress code, call ahead to confirm this, but
relevant to the role you are applying for. impression. Research the organisation that you are again. Also take this opportunity to reaffirm your
smart business attire is always the best bet.
interviewing with in detail check their website interest in and suitability for the role.
Make sure to update any voluntary or extra- to familiarise yourself with their service offerings, Remain calm and professional
curricular activities too being the treasurer structure and recent news. Interviewers usually I hope that you use this advice to take the next
Staying calm in your interview will give your
of a committee at university is relevant when ask some competency-based questions giving step in your finance career and I wish you the best
interviewer an insight into how you deal with
you the opportunity to discuss examples of where of luck in your next job application or interview.
pressure, and show how you would deal
you have shown qualities outlined in the job with deadlines in the financial calendar. Your Karen Young is a Director for Hays
Staying calm in your interview will description. You should have a number of relevant communication in your interview will show your Accountancy & Finance in the UK. Hays
Accountancy & Finance operates from
examples prepared in advance from your studies potential to deal with clients and colleagues alike.
give your interviewer an insight or previous part time employment demonstrating, Conducting your interview in an engaging way
nearly 100 offices, with over 400 consultants
working with hundreds of employers to
into how you deal with pressure. for example, when you met a deadline, demonstrates the personal characteristics and match the right finance professionals with
the right organisation.
communicated well and overcame an obstacle. can do attitude that are essential for the best www.hays.co.uk/accountancy
FINDING THE RIGHT JOB choosing the right employer
choosing the right employer Accountancy Employer Glossary
Deciding what type of employer you would like to work for is a difficult decision The Big Four: This term refers to the SMEs: This stands for small and medium-sized
four biggest international audit firms. enterprises and refers to companies with up to
and one of those important choices that you have to make when you start looking
These are currently, in order of size, 250 employees there are plenty listed in the
for your first graduate role. The accountancy profession boasts a wide variety of Deloitte, PwC, EY and KPMG. Job Finder on page 110, go and take a look!
employers, read on to help narrow down which type is best for you.
Just in the same way you wouldnt rush into experience and opportunities on offer. While That is because right across the UK there If youve already found an employer who you
a relationship with another person, the same they all offer something different, all ICAEW are towns and cities all offering a rich mix of want to train with who isnt authorised, dont
applies to finding the perfect employer. Different authorised employers have to meet our strict cultural and social experiences in addition to a worry! The ICAEW can help your employer to
sectors all have their own advantages and training standards. This means that no matter range of great graduate career opportunities. become authorised to train you for the ACA. It
disadvantages: its down to you to decide what what organisation, sector or location you choose Opportunities are not just limited to the is a straightforward process which is also free
suits your personality and career aspirations best. to work in, you can be confident you will be UK, we have authorised employers offering of charge for the employer. Ask your employer
getting the highest standard of training possible. opportunities in a range of international to visit icaew.com/trainaca to find out more or
Ask yourself what does success in my career locations including across Europe, the Middle to arrange for one of our team to visit.
look like? Does it mean working for a larger East, Africa, South East Asia and China, to
salary? Try and consider other factors when name just a few. Beyond training
defining what success looks like for you. Most The accountancy profession Three years training may seem like
employers in the industry pay competitive salaries, is in a period of growth, the There are a range of reasons a long time, but the integrated
so what is it that you really want to achieve? considering where to train approach of the ACA means you
number of opportunities is is important, cost of living Go to the get the best of both worlds; real
Becoming successful in your career requires on the increase and with over and the growing economic Employer Directory life experience of the workplace
working in the right role, with the right employer, opportunities of investments and a globally-recognised
for a right salary. Sometimes these employers 3,300 authorised employers are just two. There are lots of on p. 55 for a qualification. Whatever size
can be small companies, or new start-ups. offering ACA training, there great jobs to help you build comprehensive list or type of organisation you
a successful career you just choose to train with, your career
So, here are a few things we think you should are more employers to choose need to choose where you of recruiters opportunities are endless. Once
consider when choosing your employer. You from than ever before. want your career to take you. qualified, you will have the flexibility
should find out the answers to the questions to shape your future career around
which are important to you in your interview. Find an employer your interests and aspirations. Youll be
Alternatively, talk to some people in the Dont delay your search. Our employers able to move between orgnaisations, sectors and
industry or carry out research online. It is important to consider the industry sector advertise a range of internship, placement and even countries, throughout your career.
What are the organisations values do you want to work in as each will offer different graduate opportunities which you can search
they fit with your own? experiences and suit different skills and attributes: by location and type, so youre bound to find In the meantime, its up to you to explore
What is the organisations culture and Professional services and public practice an opportunity thats right for you. Employers the opportunities and choose which suits
work environment like? Business and financial services websites contain useful information and hints you best! If you want to search for the latest
Do you fully understand the opportunity Charity about their recruitment processes and roles opportunities, visit icaewtrainingvacancies.com
you are being offered? Does it fit with Not-for-profit. available as well. or www.insidecareers.co.uk/acc
what you are looking for?
Is there a structured training programme? In addition, you should also think carefully
What support will you get through training? about the size of the organisation; small and
What will you be doing day to day? large organisations can offer very different
What could the career journey look like opportunities. You may be looking to become a
at that organisation? Are there structured specialist in a particular service line or perhaps a
progression routes? broader experience is what you are looking for.
Where can you train? Finally, there is the important matter of

ICAEW Chartered Accountants train and location. London is one of the most vibrant
work in a variety of sectors and in all sizes cities in the world, offering the culture, jobs,
of organisation. There is no such thing as a restaurants, events the list goes on, but does
typical employer: there are a diverse range of this sound familiar?
INTERNSHIP PROFILES
Summer Intern Larking Gowen 28
Assurance Summer Intern PwC 30
Graduate profiles
Trainee Chartered Accountant Bright Grahame Murray 32
PROFILES
Audit Assistant Buzzacott 34
Internal Auditor Mazars 36
SENIOR PROFILES
Accounting Partner Menzies 38
Senior Tax Associate PwC 40
Audit Senior Smith & Williamson 42
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INTERNSHIP PROFILES summer intern
SUMMER INTERN LARKING GOWEN have been very valuable in building my

career today. Larking Gowen does not expect
Four years on
my duties have
interns and graduates to be technically changed. I now
brilliant on their first day. They look for manage a small
Go to p. 48 to
ambitious individuals who are willing to learn portfolio of read more about
from a variety of backgrounds, not just those clients and assist
name Charlotte Page who have finance degrees. with the training
the ACA
LOCATION Norfolk of both interns
What were your main duties? and graduates. I
UNIVERSITY University of East Anglia During my internship my main responsibility also have had the
DEGREE Accounting & Finance was to assist senior members of staff, collating opportunity to take a
information provided by our business and secondment into industry as Group Financial
PLACEMENT TYPE Summer Intern private clients in order to generate their Controller. The opportunities Larking Gowen
self-assessment tax returns determining their has given me are second to none and have
relevant tax liabilities for a diverse client base. helped me in mapping the career I have today.
Do you have any more advice for students

Undertaking an internship was my first How did you decide which companies to interested in a career in accountancy?
stepping stone into the accountancy world. apply to? Following my ACA qualification, I have
Four years on I am not only a university I was attracted to Larking Gowen because it
graduate but also a qualified chartered is a local firm which works in the community,
The graduate market place is the technical knowledge and experience
to progress within my career, whether in
accountant, working closely with a variety of and because each individual is a valued very competitive. An internship industry or practice. The qualification looks
interesting businesses every day. member of the team. With the specialisms
Larking Gowen has to offer, there is always an
or placement looks great on great on my CV and, in my opinion, is a
fundamental tool for progressing within both
What was your typical working week like? expert in each field for client service and to your CV setting you apart from accountancy and business. The mix of intense
Week to week my role was varied. I worked enable staff development.
in several different departments gaining fellow graduates. study and achieving a work/life balance was
challenging, however most of my colleagues
experience in working with both private Do you have any advice for someone have been in a similar position and were
clients and corporate companies. One day I seeking an internship in accountancy? there to offer their support and wisdom.
would assist with personal tax planning and The graduate market place is very
the next I would prepare statutory accounts competitive. An internship or placement
for statutory filing. I worked with a variety of looks great on your CV setting you apart
people, from fellow interns to partners, across from fellow graduates. My advice would be
the firm enabling me to build my professional to do it as soon as you can. There are many
network and resulting in a graduate job offer. opportunities available to help you find which
aspect of accountancy is right for you.
Why did you choose to do an internship?
I had been looking into a career in What was the application process like?
accountancy but was unsure whether it was The application process was relatively
right for me. Being a typical student I would straightforward. The application form is
require a job over the summer and the paid easy to download from the Larking Gowen
internship enabled me to gain experience website and the HR department was on
working in a professional accountancy hand for any queries I had. Following on
environment whilst doing this. from being shortlisted, I was offered an
interview where I was asked a number of
competency based questions.
The internship provided me
What skills did you acquire or improve
with practical experience which during your internship?
I was able to take to my final The internship provided me with practical
experience which I was able to take to my
year of university. final year of university. It has improved both
my interpersonal skills and confidence which
INTERNSHIP PROFILES ASSURANCE summer intern
ASSURANCE summer intern pwc had no audit knowledge whatsoever and took
the time to explain how to go about with my
work. Also, the away job I was on was a great
experience, and the dinners we had on that
Effective time management
particular job were excellent! was not my strongest skill
name Rojin Philip What were the most important things you
prior to the internship, but it
LOCATION Bristol learned from the internship? certainly improved leaps and
I think the main things I learned from the
UNIVERSITY University of Bristol internship was how important client interaction
bounds by the end of it.
DEGREE MSc Economics, Accounting & Finance can be, as well as establishing a good working
relationship with them. Similarly, building good
PLACEMENT TYPE Summer Internship team chemistry goes a long way in maximising gave me an insight into the type of work
efficiency of the work you perform, and also environment PwC offers, and whether my
in order to ensure that the time spent on the working style is compatible with their culture
job is actually engaging. The technical aspect as well. I would certainly encourage people to
of the work can be picked up quite easily, and apply for an internship, as it can potentially
Why did you choose to do a Summer to find out if I had been successful. I think you naturally improve this with time.
Internship in Assurance with PwC? getting your application in as early as possible change your view about your future career, as
I primarily chose to do an internship to gain an can only benefit you in the process. The main it did with me.
Do you have any advice for someone
insight into the type of work that PwC do, as theme throughout the application process is seeking an internship?
well as being able to get a feel for the working effective time management. Both online tests, What skills did you acquire or improve
I would say doing an internship is a really during your internship?
environment during my university days. This as well as all activities during the assessment helpful way of understanding the services
was a big learning experience for me, as this centre, are very time-pressured, and so my I would have to refer back to time
a company has to offer, and whether these management once again to answer this.
was the first internship Id ever done. Naturally I main advice would be to make sure you are a right fit for you. Not only that, it also
had heard of PwC and the services it provides, a allocate enough time for all tasks. I believe this Effective time management was not my
long while before I did the internship. was how I somehow made it through to the strongest skill prior to the internship, but it
final interview stage! certainly improved leaps and bounds by the
How did it tie in with your overall end of it, I believe. Staying organised is also
career plans? What attracted you to apply for
I would say doing an important, as the nature of the work we do
I used the internship as a way the internship? internship is a really helpful means that there will be pieces of work that
will need to be parked, and simultaneous bits
of assessing the opportunities
available to me coming out Go to p. 20
I used the internship as a
way of gaining an insight
way of understanding the of testing to do at once, etc. Another main
of university. Initially, with to read about into what type of work services a company has to skill that I improved on is communication,
simply by interacting with my various team
only one year left of study,
I was unsure of what career accountancy
I would be doing in my
role in Assurance. I think
offer, and whether these are a members and especially client contacts. It
path I wanted to take. The internships & work throughout the entire period, right fit for you. may seem a bit daunting at first, but holding
PwC internship allowed me to the biggest positive was the meetings and conversations with the client
compare the experience I had experience variety of work I got to do on really helped my confidence a lot.
with subsequent internships the internship. This ensured
that I completed over the that my time on the various jobs
following year. It was by far the most were never boring, and I got to do
engaging work experience I did during a range of work over different types of
that time period. clients as well (financial services as well as
manufacturing companies).
What was the application process like any
advice for other students? Another big positive was client and team
My application process consisted of interaction. Being part of a team on-site is a
completing the online application form, the lot of fun, and challenging at the same time,
online mathematical and reasoning tests, a as youre given a fair amount of responsibility
phone call interview, the assessment centre to complete your own work. That being said,
and the final interview. It was certainly a the teams I worked with were very supportive
nervous time for me during each stage, waiting and understanding, as they were fully aware I
GRADUATE PROFILES trainee chartered accountant
trainee chartered accountant department means

I am constantly
learning and Go to p. 48
bright grahame murray Smaller firms tend to give greater developing.
to learn more
responsibility from an earlier As each client
requires some about the ACA
stage. As a result I have worked form of tailored
qualification
on all aspects of an audit as well approach it means
there is significant
name Jonathon Gold as having the opportunity to job satisfaction from
LOCATION London work more closely with clients. performing a real value
adding job.
UNIVERSITY University of Birmingham
DEGREE Business Management Do you have any advice for anyone else
wanting to enter into a career in the
What is it that you enjoy most about your accountancy profession?
current role? I am yet to encounter anyone who has
The element of the job that appeals to regretted choosing to study towards the ACA.
me most is that there is no prospect of Regardless of whether or not you want stay
Why did you choose a career in accountancy? What is your current role? monotony or sense of routine; every day in accountancy long term, the versatile nature
I have always been passionate about business I now work at BGM, a small to medium-sized brings its own unique challenges. The fact of the skills and knowledge that you develop,
and finance but while I was studying at the firm and I have been able to gain an insight that I am not limited to working for one really make you an asset to all industries.
University of Birmingham I was still unsure into a number of different sectors, from
about what direction I wanted my career property firms to high profile entertainers.
to go in. I decided to research accountancy The diverse client base really helps to build
further and I was attracted to the countless genuine commercial awareness and with
positive testimonies that supported the ACA weekly duties comprising of accounting, audit
and the success that follows. One thing that and tax, I have gained a great breadth of
they all tended to focus around was that experience which may have taken longer to
accounting is not just number crunching and get at a large firm. Smaller firms tend to give
more acting as a business advisor. Possessing greater responsibility from an earlier stage.
a university degree is no longer a benchmark As a result I have worked on all aspects of
for academic excellence and the ACA an audit as well as having the opportunity to
qualification offers longevity in terms of skills work more closely with clients.
and employability.
Regularly processing detailed sets of figures
has helped improve my analytical skills and
attention to detail. This really comes in useful
with the management of my own finances
The diverse client base and with my career in general as being
really helps to build genuine numerically comfortable is invaluable to
many roles within a business.
commercial awareness and
with weekly duties comprising What has been the biggest challenge in your
career so far?
of accounting, audit and tax, I My biggest challenge so far has been
have gained a great breadth of studying for the ACA and the initial learning
curve as it requires a lot of effort to get to
experience which may have taken a stage where you feel comfortable with the
longer to get at a large firm. material. However it isnt difficult to find
the necessary motivation as you can really
see the value to the information that you
are studying.
GRADUATE PROFILES
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I spend almost half my time based at client studied a numerical degree, you cant hate
sites conducting audit work. I enjoy client numbers if choosing a career in accountancy!
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GRADUATE PROFILES INTERNAL AUDITOR
INTERNAL AUDITOR MAZARS in my work. I have to be open-minded, no

organisation works the same and audits
always throw up things which surprise. Finally,
I have to be open-minded, no attention to detail is essential in ensuring
organisation works the same that the work is done as comprehensively as
possible and that all findings are accurate and
and audits always throw up backed up by evidence.
name David Segal things which surprise.
What challenges have you come across and
LOCATION London/Essex how did you overcome these?
UNIVERSITY University of East Anglia The biggest challenge is managing the work
As well as working with a variety of clients, with the need to do revision for exams.
DEGREE Politics and International Relations
I also conduct a variety of audits. One week However the managers in Mazars are very
can involve looking at how a client receives understanding, and have identified ways of
money; the next looking at how decisions are relieving the pressure. Mazars constantly
made by the client. This enables me to get remind you that your personal development
a good all round understanding of how the and your qualifications are key and therefore
If you are looking for a challenging but Risk identification I establish what client and public sector organisations work they try their best to be flexible.
rewarding career, with the ability to risks are faced by the auditee that may in general. I have also had the opportunity to
improve public sector organisations and prevent them achieving their objectives. I conduct fraud audits, which involves looking
the opportunity to study a professional make a judgement on whether sufficient at an organisation and seeing if there is an
qualification, this is a great role. internal controls are in place to help opportunity for someone to commit fraud, or
mitigate these risks. looking into specific cases of fraud. Do a lot of research into the
Why did you choose a job in accountancy? Testing procedures I identify, through
I undertook periods of work experience before discussion with my manager, what
firms that you are applying to.
As part of my training, Mazars pay for me to
university in accountancy and financial services testing should be undertaken to study the ACCA qualification. The firm pays All firms have different cultures
and it was something that I enjoyed. I wanted obtain evidence for findings as well as
to have some involvement in the public sector assess the effectiveness of the internal
for my registration, college, revision courses, and ways of working which you
materials and exams. They also give study
as a result of my studies at university, and this controls in place. leave for attending college and exams. might enjoy or dislike.
role gives you the chance to change Report writing As part of every
public sector institutions in a positive audit, I write a report on my findings What are the most stressful parts of the job?
way, which helps both users of the and make recommendations on Although I have not found the job overly
service and taxpayers. how the client can improve.
Go to p. 15 to This report, after being quality
stressful, I have had to work very hard to meet Do you have any advice for anyone wanting
the demands of the job, which principally relate to get into the industry?
What are your main duties? read more about reviewed by management, gets to completing a quality deliverable within the I would do a lot of research into the firms
My main role is conducting the issued to key personnel in the
fieldwork for internal audits.
working in the organisation such as the Chief
required deadlines, and managing my time that you are applying to. All firms have
to perform at the highest levels on a day to different cultures and ways of working which
This involves: public sector Executive and/or Directors. day basis, whilst undertaking my studies for a you might enjoy or dislike. With Mazars, I
Going to client sites This professional qualification. enjoyed the fact that while the team is very
means I can be somewhere One big advantage of working large, you are not just seen as a number. The
different every week. Although with Mazars is the variety of clients What skills are useful in this sector? Directors know me on first name terms, know
traveling is part of the role, Mazars that I work with. Mazars is in the top four As this is very much a deadline driven role what clients I work with, and regularly ask me
make every effort to place me in areas companies in the UK in regards to internal I need to be good at working efficiently how I am doing. The values that Mazars have
close to where I live. I enjoy the diversity audit for public sector organisations. During and managing my time to deliver to the set in place match my own. In addition, if you
of being in different environments instead my time at Mazars I have worked with: timescales. Secondly, it is very important that I are not so good with numbers and figures
of in the same office constantly. Local authorities am comfortable talking to all types of people. dont be put off going into internal audit as
Meeting with clients From an early Schools Communication is vital to understanding a career, as the need for common sense in
stage in my career, I have been trusted NHS hospitals and providers how the organisation works, but also vital my role far outweighs the need for strong
with meeting with high-level staff within Housing associations. in explaining my opinion and what I found arithmetic abilities.
organisations to identify what internal
controls are in place. This can involve There are also opportunities to work with colleges,
looking over documentation, interviewing universities, central government departments and
staff or just observing how things work. Non-Departmental Public Bodies (NDPBs).
SENIOR PROFILES accounting partner
accounting partner menzies that it gives me an opportunity to do that

on a regular basis. I spend a lot of my time
I wanted somewhere large getting questions and queries from my clients
enough to provide me and to be able to make strategic plans and
find solutions which help them grow and
After progressing from being a student with little idea what to do, to being a with variety and career develop their business is incredibly rewarding.
Partner in a leading accountancy firm, Roberto Lobue provides advice for graduates opportunities but small
thinking about going into accountancy. Its a similar situation with staff. Menzies is
enough so that I would a great firm to work for and I was fortunate
receive the necessary personal enough to receive a lot of help and guidance
as I progressed. Its really enjoyable to be on
Why did you choose a career in chartered accountancy? attention during my training. the other side of that and see bright, hard-
roberto lobue I went into university not really sure about what I wanted to working people coming through the ranks
do as a career. I ended up studying Management Studies at and being able to advise them and help them
Royal Holloway, University of London simply because of the I was lucky enough to get job offers from achieve their career aspirations.
flexibility that the course offered. I was able to do modules several firms which met this criteria and I
on marketing, HR, IT as well as accountancy and financial joined Menzies because I liked the feel of Do you have any advice for someone
management and I figured that as well as gaining a broad the firm and the support and development wanting to get into accountancy?
range of skills, at some stage I would have this amazing opportunities they provide to graduates. I Go into it with your eyes open and find out
epiphany and find the career I was destined for. have been there ever since! as much as you can to make sure its for you.
The exams are tough. They require a lot of
The reality wasnt that straight forward and I remember What is a typical day like for you? hard work and dedication but the rewards
going into my final year still panicking and unclear about the I am a Partner at Menzies now which means are worth it.
2015
future. I found I had a natural aptitude for and got my best that I have a portfolio of varied clients that
marks in the accountancy and finance modules so I started I am responsible for and my days involve Secondly, ignore the clichs. Some people
Promoted to Partner researching the chartered accountancy qualification and the looking after them and making sure they get think that if you are good at maths, you will
more I read the more I liked. the best possible service. I head up Menzies be good at accountancy and that all we do
French desk which means that I get a lot of is spend all day staring at our calculators
2013 I also knew I wanted to work in the business world in some enquiries from businesses and individuals but the reality is nothing like that. With
capacity and facts such as that over 50% of UK FTSE 100 living in France who are looking to set up in rapid improvements in technology, the most
companies had an ICAEW Chartered Accountant as chairman, the UK which is both challenging and fun. important thing is actually to have good
Transferred to Menzies CEO or CFO, at that time, helped seal my choice. inter-personal skills and be able to really
Blackwater Valley office Along with clients, I have various firm and office understand your clients business so you can
Once I made that choice, I then had to decide on the size responsibilities so as well as helping clients with identify and explain the advice that is most
of firm I wanted to join as this has an impact on the type of their businesses, I spend time focusing on how suitable to them.
2002
training and experience you will receive. I wanted somewhere we can obtain new clients, develop our own
large enough to provide me with variety and career staff and improve our business. Finally, find a firm that is friendly and provides
Qualified as an ACA and opportunities but small enough so that I would receive the you with the environment that you are looking
progressed through
necessary personal attention during my training. What do you enjoy most about your job? for. You spend so much of your week at work,
to Director
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the thing that I enjoy most about my job is you are happy and enjoy what you do.
1999
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1999
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from Royal Holloway,
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SENIOR PROFILES audit senior
AUDit senior smith & williamson and it gave me exposure to new industry
sectors, Irish accounting standards and of
atmosphere, both out at the clients
premises and in the office.
course, the experience of living in a new
country. On a social side, I was there for the I have been well equipped for dealing with
Six Nations and St Patricks Day which were the challenges I face, as the ACA qualification
Catherine finished school with four A levels and went on to study Civil Engineering unforgettable experiences. has given me knowledge of aspects of
at the University of Nottingham. After some work experience she couldnt see herself management accounting, the UK legal
Ive had challenging moments in my career system, tax, both personal and corporate, as
continuing down that career path and so began investigating professions that would
too. During my busy season I was the senior well as pure accounting knowledge. Through
suit her skills, becoming an ICAEW Chartered Accountant seemed like a good fit. in charge of the firms largest audit. the ICAEW, I have access to a vast
The client had a new finance team range of resources, from excel
and the time schedule was training to business speaking
very tight. I was the main link workshops, to name just a few.
Once I set my sights on becoming an ICAEW Chartered between the firm and the
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Catherine alton
Accountant I secured a training agreement with Smith & client which meant I had p. 13 to read For anyone who is
Williamson, an accountancy and investment management group. numerous conference calls, considering a career in
emails and late nights. I had
about other chartered accountancy I have
From almost day one I was dealing with clients and over to ensure that both my team areas of work in this to say; dont believe
my three year training agreement I gradually developed my and the client were happy. the stereotype. I initially
experience by taking new areas of the clients accounts to audit.
accountancy discounted accountancy
What do you enjoy most because I thought that it would
What is your typical day as an Audit Senior like? about working in the be full of old men sat in a room in
Now that I am a fully qualified senior accountant, day to day, accountancy sector? silence all day. However, I have since
I plan the audits, lead the fieldwork stage of the audit and People are what make my job so enjoyable. found out that this is not even close to the
2015 ensure that the reports needed at the end are complete. I Our clients are really good fun and the truth. So go to careers fairs, talk to as many
am the primary link between my firm and our client, so I am audit teams and managers have a good people as you can and see for yourself how
Gained the ACA qualification responsible for leading the audit team which can consist of sense of humour, which results in a good varied the profession is.
and became an ICAEW UK up to eight people.
Qualified Auditor
However, Im not just out on audits. Over the past four years
2014 I have: travelled the UK reviewing the stage of completion
of construction projects; counted cars in hail storms; been
Audit Senior at taught how to brew the perfect cup of tea; counted more
Smith & Williamson Girls Aloud eyelashes than you can imagine; spent time
researching people and companies and I have even met the
first man to ever sail round the world single handed non-stop,
2014 Sir Robin Knox-Johnston!
Spent three months in Dublin Have there been any standout moments in your career?
as an Audit Senior at Smith &
The highlight of my career has been getting the chance to
Williamson Ireland
go on secondment to Dublin. I lived there for three months
2012
Independent examiner at
People are what make my job so
Student Minds enjoyable. Our clients are really good fun
and the audit teams and managers have a
2010
good sense of humour, which results in a
Graduated from the University of good atmosphere, both out at the clients
Nottingham with an MEng in Civil
Engineering, first class premises and in the office.
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About ICAEW 46
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How to Become an ICAEW Chartered Accountant 48
ICAEW University Student Scheme 52
The ICAEW Certificate in Finance,

Accounting and Business (ICAEW CFAB) 53
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ICAEW & QUALIFICATIONS ABOUT ICAEW
About ICAEW
Here are some more facts about ICAEW:
We support over 145,000 ICAEW Chartered Accountants in more than 155 different countries.
ICAEW stands for The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales and we We work with more than 3,300 employers around the world training students for the ACA.
are a world leader of the accountancy and finance profession. Over 22,000 students are studying the ACA globally.
Eighty-three of FTSE 100 companies have at least one ICAEW Chartered Accountant on their board.
ICAEW Chartered Accountants working in Business earn an annual average salary of 90.2k.
We were established in 1880 when Queen Victoria granted our Royal Charter.
We are a professional membership body Our members ICAEW Chartered Accountants We have 11 offices around the world supporting ICAEW Chartered Accountants and ACA Students.
that supports a global network of authorised use ACA or FCA after their name. They are The early ICAEW Presidents formed todays global accountancy firms.
training employers in attracting talented taught to listen and question, to ensure that
students to train for our chartered accountancy the decisions and recommendations they
qualification, the ACA. make are of the highest standard. They have
in-depth knowledge and technical expertise
Our members work in a wide variety of roles gained from rigorous training, and the
across all industry sectors from CEOs and ability to apply it to all financial situations.
finance directors of global companies, to ICAEW members are bound by a Code of
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how to become an icaew Ethics and professional scepticism
Ethics is more than just knowing the rules around
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To become an ICAEW Chartered Accountant, you need to train for and successfully Ethics is an essential part of the accountancy
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Employer Directory
Albert Goodman 56 Lubbock Fine 84
Alliots 57 Mazars 86
Barnes Roffe LLP 58 Menzies 88
Blick Rothenberg LLP 60 Mercer & Hole 90
Blinkhorns 62 Metric 91
Brebners 64 Moore & Smalley LLP 92
Buzzacott 66 Moore Stephens 93
Citroen Wells 67 Myers Clark 94
Dixon Wilson 68 Nyman Lisbon Paul 95
Gerald Edelman 69 PEM 96
Goodman Jones LLP 70 PKF Littlejohn LLP 97
HAT Group 71 Price Bailey 98
Hazlewoods 72 Rayner Essex 100

Hillier Hopkins 74 Rees Pollock 102
HW Fisher & Company 76 Saffery Champness 104
Knox Cropper 78 Shipleys LLP 106
Kreston Reeves 80 Smith & Williamson 107
Larking Gowen 83 UHY Hacker Young 108
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Company details Company details
No. of employees No. of employees

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No. of partners No. of partners

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Chartered Accountants in Somerset and Dorset. xx
35 Alliotts is an independent accountancy and business 12
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advisory practice based in London and Guildford. We are
Offices recruited into Offices recruited into
The Albert Goodman philosophy is simple We aim xxx
Taunton, Burnham on Sea, Yeovil
able to offer talented individuals a wide range of experience London
xxx and Guildford (Surrey)
to contribute most to our clients success. and Weymouth and an exposure to a varied and eclectic client base.
All Albert Goodmans 270-plus people have a shared International opportunities International opportunities
aim to contribute significantly such that our clients International opportunities
xxx Whatever your role or function, our size means that you No
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achieve their long-term objectives and ambitions. Our will not be pigeon holed and no two days will be the
people are bright, commercial and professional and Job opportunities same. In our people we engender creative thinking, a Job opportunities
go out of their way to provide the highest levels of Disciplines recruited from
flexible attitude and enquiring minds. Disciplines recruited from
client care. We have 150 years worth of heritage as xxx xxx
accountants in Somerset and Dorset and we are proud Job opportunities Specialties Job opportunities
4 GRADUATE JOBS 4 GRADUATE JOBS
to have worked with many clients across multiple Disciplines
4 recruited from
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Owner managed businesses and SMEs, UK subsidiaries Disciplines
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generations. That is why small and mid-sized business All disciplines
7 PLACEMENTS accepted of overseas companies, Charities, NFP and Education, All disciplines
7 PLACEMENTS accepted
clients, families and individuals continue to share their 4 INSIGHTS China, Media, Hotels, Legal, Property Investment, Retail, 4 INSIGHTS
4 GRADUATE JOBS SCHEMES 4 GRADUATE JOBS SCHEMES
goals and work with us. 4 SCHOOL LEAVER
7 INTERNSHIPS
Technology, High Net Worth individuals. 4 SCHOOL LEAVER
7 INTERNSHIPS
4 PLACEMENTS
No. of graduate jobs 7 PLACEMENTS
No. of graduate jobs
Training 7 INSIGHTS
xxx We have high standards and are looking for candidates 7 INSIGHTS
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We offer rewarding and challenging training 4 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES with excellent academic qualifications as well as drive, 7 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES
programmes for ambitious graduates and college or Benefits ambition and a thirst for success. Benefits
xxx No. of graduate jobs
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school leavers, enabling trainees to achieve industry 10 3-4
qualifications through the ICAEW, ACCA, AAT, CAT Graduate application deadline In return, youll enjoy a competitive salary and an Graduate application deadline
and ATT. This is enhanced by our commitment to Benefits
xxx excellent study and benefits package, with salary Benefits
xxx
23 days holiday with 2 days carry over Competitive benefits package
professional and internal training, giving you the best UNDERGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES
holiday per year, healthcare, pension increases based on exam and work performances. UNDERGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES
possible career and personal development opportunities. No. of undergraduate
scheme, opportunities
study support, flexitime, season Add to this the opportunities and varied lifestyle that Graduate
No. applicationopportunities
of undergraduate deadline
We are proud of our track record in developing the xxx
ticket loan, bike scheme and social events working in the South East has to offer and it all adds up Ongoing
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talents and careers of our employees. You can join Albert Undergraduate application
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to a very rewarding opportunity. Undergraduate application deadline
Goodman as a trainee and expect to be a partner one xxx
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day our managing partner did this, as did a number of Your route to the ICAEW (ACA) qualification
UNDERGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES
our partners and managers. We understand that your You will enter employment under a three year training
No. of undergraduate opportunities
professional qualification is only part of the story. We 10 contract, during which you will receive a wide range
support all of our trainees with a blended approach of practical experience while studying for your
to training and development, including classroom Undergraduate application deadline professional examinations; all of which leads to the
Ongoing
study, 1:1 coaching and support and, as you progress, ICAEW (ACA) Chartered Accountant qualification.
technical and skills training to enable you to progress to
management and leadership positions. Practical training to equip you for your work with us is
provided by our training partner (SWAT UK) and more
We recognise that our trainees are the future of our firm How to apply technical training focusing on the exams is provided by How to apply
and push ourselves to make sure you fulfill your potential. professional tutors from Kaplan. Both are leading training
Application method Application method
Please visit our website to read our Trainee Testimonials organisations in the profession, and this is supplemented
Cover letter, CV & application form online All applications are administered through
to find out what life at Albert Goodman is like. or by email by in-house workshops and training sessions. You will be our recruitment partner SWAT UK.
given paid study leave, and we also cover the costs of all Please visit www.swat.co.uk/Recruitment
Contact information courses and examinations for first attempts. to apply online
[email protected]
If you fit the requirements and are looking for a
challenging and rewarding career, please apply today.
Company details Trainee Profile

No. of employees
120
NAME Ria Shanley
Who we are No. of partners
17 LOCATION East London
Barnes Roffe is an independent firm of Chartered
Accountants and business advisors. We are one of the No. of trainees UNIVERSITY Southampton Solent
UK top 50 accounting firms, and our 17 partners and 35
DEGREE BA Accountancy and Finance
over 100 employees are all committed to delivering
Offices recruited into
outstanding value to our clients. ROLE Audit Senior
East London, West London and South
London
Our opportunities
Our graduate accountant training scheme is designed International opportunities Why did you choose Barnes Roffe and career for myself and also being promoted
with the specific purpose of giving you the best of both No Barnes Roffe are a medium-sized accountancy to audit senior. It is a great achievement and
worlds: fast access to credible learning opportunities firm and I knew that a firm of this size would the Barnes Roffe graduate scheme certainly
and the consideration to allow you to focus on whats be able to offer me invaluable experience and helped me get there.
important your studies, whilst at the same time responsibility early on. Barnes Roffe act for
offering hands on client experience. owner managed businesses in all industries I am now leading jobs myself, building on
and the size of the client varies from very small relationships with clients and colleagues and
We want to free you from the excessive burdens that can to very large so I knew that my experience always learning new aspects of accountancy
accompany some graduate training schemes and offer Job opportunities and training would be varied and challenging. and tax. My audit duties include planning
you the means to successfully pass your exams first time. Whilst Barnes Roffe are a medium-sized firm audit jobs, performing audit tests whilst on site
Disciplines recruited from at a clients, liaising with the client to gain a
Our trainees receive support throughout the training they punch above their weight when it comes
All degrees considered
programme and beyond. At the end of the three year to training graduates and career progression clearer understanding of their business and its
programme, our trainees are experienced accountants 4 GRADUATE JOBS and I wanted to be part of their team and performance and preparing corporation tax returns.
7 INTERNSHIPS benefit from those opportunities.
with exceptional accounting and tax knowledge and skills. 7 PLACEMENTS
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My job is not just focused solely on audit,
What makes us different 7 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES What do you like about the Barnes Roffe it also involves preparing accounts and
Barnes Roffe is a medium-sized firm and that means you Graduate Accounting Training Scheme responding to clients requests. The role is
No. of graduate jobs The great thing about working for Barnes Roffe challenging but this keeps me interested and
are a big fish in a small pond. The Partners and Managers 15
know who you are, they are interested in you and your is that they are a training firm meaning that you on my feet.
progression within the firm. Successes are recognised Benefits receive an enormous amount of support from
and responsibility is given early on meaning you can 23 days holiday, pension scheme, study the managers and partners. During my time as I am also a member of the social committee.
support and social events We hold a number of social events
develop your knowledge and skills as an accountant at a a junior, when I wasnt at college studying or
much faster pace. We are a team, we work together, we Graduate application deadline doing exams, I was out on audit at a clients. throughout the year ranging from physical
help each other, we train each other, we share knowledge 31 May 2017 activities such as Go Ape to mentally
amongst each other and we get the job done together. From the very start of my job I was involved challenging activities like a pub quiz and
in audits and although it can be daunting others such as the Crystal Maze. This enables
What we are looking for at first, it is the best way to gain experience staff members to get to know each other
Ambitious, hard-working and driven individuals and knowledge in the industry. I feel this has better and is great fun for everyone. These
who can communicate with colleagues and more helped me to build up my confidence and also always prove to be a great success.
importantly our clients. These are all qualities held by a provided me with a vast range of technical
Barnes Roffe accountancy trainee. How to apply knowledge. Everybody is very welcoming and What career opportunities are there?
friendly, offering lots of help along the way. There are many opportunities to progress and
Application method
Development and career progression Online or by email
responsibility is given early on. Barnes Roffes
To date more than half our Barnes Roffe partners began The graduate scheme provides hands on business model is growth from within and they
their journey as graduate trainee accountants within Contact information experience whilst studying for the ACA are constantly looking for and encouraging
[email protected] qualification. you to be the Partners of the future. In the East
our firm. Working their way up from assistant to senior
to manager to finally a true practice partner; the key to London Office, five of the eight Partners started
their success has been the knowledge that through our What does your role entail their careers on the Graduate Accounting
graduate training programme they could succeed. That After two years and three months I had passed Training Scheme and some progressed to
within ten years they could be partners. my final exams, securing a great qualification Partner within ten years!

No. of employees
192
NAME Nicholas Anderson
No. of partners
23 LOCATION London
Who are we? No. of trainees UNIVERSITY Nottingham

26
Based in the West End of London with a client base to DEGREE MSc Biochemistry
rival that of the very largest professional firms, Blick Offices recruited into
Rothenberg LLP is in a league of its own. ROLE Senior
London
Our activities fall into three main areas: a strong focus International opportunities
No Why did you choose to come to BR? to help us keep up to date on new technical
on inward investment, tax and investment advice to
Blick Rothenberg LLP appealed to me as a one developments and to refresh and share our
private clients expatriates and business advice to owner
site practice in the heart of London. I knew knowledge of challenging audit areas.
managed small and medium-sized businesses.
that I would receive personalised training and
Blick Rothenberg offers a supportive, friendly and Job opportunities attention coupled with the ability to work with What career opportunities are there at BR?
challenging work environment. We place a high a variety of clients of all types and sizes. I was Blick Rothenberg LLP has always been very
Disciplines recruited from also pleased to see that there was a good flexible and open about career development.
emphasis on both corporate and social responsibility All disciplines accepted
and employee engagement, and a number of related sized intake of trainees each year, as this BR places focus on frequent mentoring,
activities take place throughout the year. 4 GRADUATE JOBS has helped to deal with exam stress and is a placing each trainee with a partner, to
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Who are you? 7 INSIGHTS
You will be highly motivated, ambitious, entrepreneurial 4 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES What experience have you gained here? find that many of the current managers
and have a strong analytical ability. Your communication I have gained a wide range of experiences and partners started training with the firm.
and personal skills will be second to none, allowing you No. of graduate jobs due to our varied client base. During my Elsewhere, previous trainees have been able
to forge excellent relationships with our clients as well 12 training contract I was able to work on to easily move to areas like tax, management
as work efficiently in a team environment. Benefits charities, FSA regulated firms, sole traders and accounting or business development.
22 days holiday, pension scheme, study international businesses. I was quickly given
Whats in it for you? support, season ticket loan, life assurance, real responsibility and was able to both run How do you rate the work/life balance at BR?
Few other firms will be able to offer you the bike scheme, performance bonus and
jobs by myself and lead teams of juniors. I I think the work/life balance with Blick
social events
opportunity to work with a client base of such quality think that care is given to provide each trainee Rothenberg LLP is great. Whilst always striving
and diversity in such a personal environment. Graduate application deadline with a variety of work and enable smooth to deliver the best to our clients, and working
Ongoing and constant professional development. This with them to achieve tight deadlines, there is a
We take on approximately twelve trainees a year so experience has been diverse to include audit; real consideration given to having a life outside
there is no chance of being lost in the crowd. There No. of undergraduate opportunities accounting; tax and advisory services. of work. I have always found that managers and
are plenty of opportunities for the right graduates 5 partners are appreciative of other commitments
to remain with the firm and reach partner level or to What type of training have you had? and grateful when overtime is put in.
diversify their careers. Undergraduate application deadline
Ongoing Outside of the professional training I
received at college, I have also received a Is there anything specifically about BR that
Throughout your training period and beyond, as well good mix of internal and external training stands out to you?
as working towards your professional qualification, which complemented my learning and To me, it is the fact that Blick Rothenberg LLP
you will attend internal training courses on technical truly lives its own principles of honesty, respect,
How to apply career development. In particular, there was
subjects as well as soft skills.
excellent training in the first few weeks which pride and openness. I feel that a real pride
Application method
helped ease me into the world of accounting. is taken in the work at all levels and this is
Last but not least, we firmly believe you should live as Online
*Early application is strongly advised As well as training, there are frequent coupled with the friendly and open atmosphere
well as work! Our firm and departmental social and CSR
breakfast clubs and lunchtime discussions that helps you achieve your best.
committees ensure Blick Rothenberg is a fun place to Contact information
work which helps us to keep our priorities in order. [email protected]
To learn more about us please visit our website at

www.blickrothenberg.com
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No. of employees
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No. of partners
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No. of trainees
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No. of employees
80
NAME Helen Storr
No. of partners
18 LOCATION London
About us No. of trainees UNIVERSITY Oxford

15
Brebners is a long established firm in the West End DEGREE MChem Chemistry
of London. Offices recruited into
ROLE Graduate Trainee
London and Sevenoaks
Clients are drawn from many sectors including
International opportunities
restaurants and leisure, media, manufacturing, service No
industries and finance. They range in size from large Introduction keen to employ people from all walks of life and
corporates to individuals in business. Working for a medium-sized firm like Brebners your university degree subject is not important.
was always the right decision for me because you
We aim to be the best in our field. Our service is based have the opportunity to start forming a working The office is open plan which helps to create an
on a thorough understanding of our clients. Our relationship with the clients from the beginning accessible and friendly environment to work in. It
success has come from consistently providing dynamic, of your training contract. As a very sociable enhances communication between departments
imaginative solutions to our clients problems. Our person, it was important for me to work for a firm and experience levels and means you can easily
Job opportunities that allows trainees to be client-facing early on. approach staff for help and advice.
strength lies in the range of specialist advice we provide
and the consistent quality of service. That quality is not Disciplines recruited from
negotiable because we want our clients to be as proud All disciplines accepted Further, for smaller clients, you will work on Outside of work, there are many Brebners
of us as we are of them. the whole file individually with the support of social events such as the Christmas party, the
4 GRADUATE JOBS
7 INTERNSHIPS
a manager or senior, so you can see the wider annual karaoke and the highly anticipated,
The firm is large enough to have specialist departments, 7 PLACEMENTS picture of their business and develop a solid much loved quiz night. Further, when students
which are used by the client contact partners to provide 7 INSIGHTS business acumen. pass exams, we organise drinks to celebrate
top quality service, but small enough to maintain close
7 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES their hard work and success!
relationships with clients. From the outset, you will get used to
4 communicating with partners and managers Office life
Training on a daily basis, this is not always the case in As a junior you will start your Brebners career
Benefits larger firms. in the audit department where you will be
Students join our audit and accountancy department 21 days holiday, study support, season
spending on average a couple of weeks on each ticket loan and social events
booked onto various assignments working for
assignment. Secondments to other departments ensure You will gain good experience in both audit a wide range of clients. You will be exposed to
Graduate application deadline and accountancy, as well as some tax and a mixture of both audit work out at the clients
that a wide variety of experience, both of types of work 14 October 2016
and different businesses, is a feature of the training. company secretarial experience as opposed to offices and statutory accounts preparation, in-
SWAT UK provides both in-house work related courses being in a specialised field from the beginning, house. In your first 18 months you may also be
and the link to the tutors for your examinations. We this will help you steer your own career based seconded to the tax and media departments to
provide an office environment that is friendly and hard- on your preferences and strengths. assist them during their busiest periods, which
working with the support of colleagues and partners as provides a great opportunity for increasing
you build up your knowledge and experience. Brebners your breadth of experience.
From the moment I walked into the reception
About you area at Brebners on interview day, I knew I Brebners operates a hot-desking system
The skills needed to complete the vigorous training wanted to work here. It just felt right and I have in the audit department meaning that, in
How to apply been very happy here. theory, juniors will regularly move desks so
regime are well known, accountancy is neither all
numbers nor all contact! Those with good social skills Application method that they can be positioned next to the senior
and an ease with numbers will undoubtedly do well and All applications are administered through Brebners is a friendly, approachable firm and or manager who will be supervising their
we hope you will bring them to us. Once qualified and
our recruitment partner SWAT UK. the people here work hard and achieve a great assignment. This ensures that juniors receive
Please visit www.swat.co.uk/Recruitment deal but also have lives and interests outside of the help and advice they need in order to
building on your breadth of experience, there is plenty to apply online
of scope to specialise within the partnership. work. This was key for me. Brebners is always perform to the best possible standards.

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At Buzzacott we define ourselves by the needs of No. of trainees Citroen Wells is a 16 partner firm of Chartered No. of trainees
our clients. These needs range from those of nuns c. 80 Accountants, based in the West End of London. We are 10
to those of hedge fund managers. The relationships looking to recruit a number of graduates for our 2017
we build are both personal and enduring. They are Offices recruited into intake, who aspire to become Chartered Accountants. Offices recruited into
London London
founded on continuity of personnel, ease of access We have high standards and are looking for candidates
and a depth of specialist knowledge that in certain International opportunities with excellent academic qualifications as well as drive, International opportunities
key areas, leads the industry. No ambition and a hunger for success. No
That knowledge, gained through front-line experience In return, youll enjoy a competitive salary and an excellent
as well as individual training, is applied by specialist package (with salary increases based on exam success
teams who combine niche expertise in international and work performances). There is also huge potential to
Job opportunities Job opportunities
and regulation-intensive sectors expatriates, progress within the firm and the opportunities are there
charities, LLPs with excellence in mainstream tax and Disciplines recruited from for those who are proactive and keen to progress. It is Disciplines recruited from
financial management services. The quality of their All disciplines accepted our belief that each trainee has a chance of becoming a All disciplines accepted
advice explains Buzzacotts growing reputation. partner in this firm, and we will give you every opportunity
4 INTERNSHIPS to achieve your potential. In fact, two of our current senior 7 INTERNSHIPS
We have over 330 staff working with 30 partners 4 PLACEMENTS partners trained with us and three of our junior partners 7 PLACEMENTS
in specialist teams. Being under one roof is a real 7 INSIGHTS also trained here, while several other ex-trainees hold 7 INSIGHTS
advantage because we can communicate with each 4 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES senior positions within the firm. 7 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES
other easily, work co-operatively and provide a full No. of graduate jobs No. of graduate jobs
service to our clients. 18 Your route to the ICAEW ACA qualification c. 2
Training contracts are typically three years and include
Benefits Benefits
We are partners to those we serve, sharing our 22 days holiday plus bank holidays,
a competitive package, which leads to the ICAEW (ACA) Competitive benefits package
experience and creating a bespoke response to an pension scheme, study support, flexitime, Chartered Accountant qualification. Supported by our training
individual brief. That brief may concern a not-for- season ticket loan, bike scheme, partner (SWAT UK), we will administer your accountancy Graduate application deadline
Ongoing
profit organisation or a firm of solicitors; personal performance bonus and social events training and ICAEW exams with one of the leading
investment or company takeover; here, or in 90 Graduate application deadline accountancy tutors in London. Paid study leave is granted and
countries worldwide, through Buzzacotts membership See website your course and examination fees are paid for first attempts.
of PrimeGlobal, an association of independent firms. Youll also benefit from regular one-to-one coaching.
See website At Citroen Wells youre more than just an employee
The partners and staff at Citroen Wells work closely
Undergraduate application deadline
See website
together as a team. We demand a mutual respect
and understanding for each other which has allowed
us to function and expand as a team within a solid
framework. Success at Citroen Wells is generated by
a combination of individual effort and effective team
How to apply work. We ensure our trainees learn and understand How to apply
Application method
how commercial decisions are made. Youll also attend Application method
Online a range of practical training courses to help equip you All applications are administered through
with valuable business skills such as IT, bookkeeping, our recruitment partner SWAT UK.
Contact information leadership and more. With us, youll also benefit from Please visit www.swat.co.uk/Recruitment
www.buzzacott.co.uk/join-us to apply online
direct involvement with our partners, who will take
E: [email protected] an active interest in your development and support
T: 0207 556 1200 you through your training. If you are looking for a
challenging and rewarding career, please apply today.

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40 7
Dixon Wilson is one of the leading accountancy firms in Gerald Edelman is an established and respected firm
the UK with offices in London and Paris. We specialise operating from three offices in Central London, North London and Braintree (Essex)
London and Paris
in providing accountancy, audit and tax advice and London and Braintree in Essex.
strategic planning to private clients, companies, International opportunities International opportunities
entrepreneurs and their businesses. Yes Our clients operate in numerous sectors, including No
property, financial services, marketing, IT, legal services
Your development (solicitors), not-for-profit and charity, wholesale, retail,
We offer a three-year training contract with manufacturing and many others.
support from external tutors, who provide training Job opportunities Job opportunities
designed to enable our students to pass the ACA Were looking to recruit a number of graduates for
examinations first time. Disciplines recruited from our 2017 intakes, who aspire to become chartered Disciplines recruited from
All disciplines accepted accountants. We have high standards and are looking All disciplines accepted
We also provide in-house training designed to help 4 GRADUATE JOBS for candidates with excellent academic qualifications as 4 GRADUATE JOBS
students with a wide range of technical and soft skills. 4 INTERNSHIPS well as drive, ambition and a thirst for success. 7 INTERNSHIPS
7 PLACEMENTS 7 PLACEMENTS
A training contract with Dixon Wilson offers: 7 INSIGHTS Your route to the ICAEW (ACA) qualification 7 INSIGHTS
7 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES 7 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES
A mix of private client and corporate work. You will enter employment under a three year training
An interesting variety of accountancy, taxation and No. of graduate jobs contract, during which you will receive a wide range No. of graduate jobs
audit assignments. 14-16 of practical experience while studying for your 3-5
Involvement with assignments from start to finish professional examinations; all of which leads to the
Benefits Benefits
and no excessively lengthy assignments. 21 days holiday, study support, life ICAEW (ACA) Chartered Accountant qualification. Competitive benefits package
The maximum degree of responsibility at an assurance and social events
early stage. Practical training to equip you for your work with us is Graduate application deadline
Graduate application deadline Ongoing
The opportunity to meet clients at a senior level. Ongoing please see website provided by our training partner (SWAT UK) and more
The opportunity to work directly with managers technical training focusing on the exams is provided
and partners. UNDERGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES by professional tutors from Kaplan. Both are leading
Good career prospects most of our qualified 3
training organisations in the profession, and this is
staff trained with the firm and over 90% of the supplemented by in-house workshops and training
present partners trained with Dixon Wilson. Undergraduate application deadline sessions. You will be given paid study leave, and we
End of April 2017
Good work/life balance. Our ability to offer this also cover the costs of all courses and examinations
combination arises from the size of the firm and for first attempts.
the nature of our practice.
Why you should work for us
Application details How to apply We develop the technical and practical skills of our How to apply
If you believe that you have the appropriate qualities people with regular external courses and internally run
and commitment and would like to know more about Online application form seminars, and we monitor and encourage their progress All applications are administered through
Dixon Wilson, please visit the website at Covering letter and CV for internships with feedback and the use of a formal appraisal system. our recruitment partner SWAT UK.
www dixonwilson.co.uk/careers, where you will also Our philosophy is to encourage our people to take Please visit www.swat.co.uk/Recruitment
find an online application form, or contact the HR Contact information on full responsibility for their client work under the to apply online
www.dixonwilson.co.uk/careers
department on 020 7680 8100. guidance of the partners and managers, and to develop
E: [email protected] and to progress their career with us.
T: 0207 680 8100
We also have an active social committee, which arranges
numerous firm wide events throughout the year.

60 Varies depending on the firm you are
placed with
No. of partners
13 No. of partners
Varies depending on the firm you are
No. of trainees Are you looking for the best of both worlds? placed with
About us
20
Goodman Jones LLP is a central London firm of HAT is a training consortium of 60 small to medium- Offices recruited into
chartered accountants. Established in 1934, we are Offices recruited into sized firms of accountants. HAT recruits ACA and Mainly London, but roles are also based in
a team of accountants, auditors, tax and business London AAT trainees on behalf of our full member firms, Henley on Thames, Manchester and Bolton
advisers. Our clients include UK owner managed which range in size from just three partners and 15
businesses, UK subsidiaries of large international professional staff, up to 30 partners and over 150 No
groups, charities and not-for-profit organisations, and professional staff.
start-up business and entrepreneurs.
Joining a HAT firm means you will really get the best
Training at Goodman Jones of both worlds; early responsibility that comes from
When you start your training you will have the Job opportunities training with a small or medium-sized firm as well as Job opportunities
opportunity to work as part of a team on a wide variety a highly reputable three-year chartered accountancy
of clients. This will involve work in accounting, auditing, Disciplines recruited from training programme. In addition to a highly Disciplines recruited from
and corporate tax. You will gain strong skills in all of All disciplines accepted competitive annual salary, fully-paid study leave is All degrees considered
these key areas, supported by further experience on 4 GRADUATE JOBS given and approximately 24 weeks are spent with 4 GRADUATE JOBS
one-off assignments and special projects. No function 7 INTERNSHIPS tutors during your training contract. As well as passing 7 INTERNSHIPS
receives more care and attention than the selection 7 PLACEMENTS the exams, you will also attend high quality practical 7 PLACEMENTS
and training of our graduate intake to ensure that not 7 INSIGHTS courses which are written and run by HAT; thats why, 7 INSIGHTS
7 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES 4 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES
only do you qualify, but also that you develop as an on average, 88% of our students pass first time!
individual into a well-rounded and assured professional. No. of graduate jobs No. of graduate jobs
4-6 Vacancies and location Up to 60 each year
Your future We have up to 60 trainee roles available each year.
Benefits Benefits
Every applicant chosen to become one of our trainees 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, study Just one application to HAT will mean that we can Varies depending on the firm you are
is selected on the basis that they have the attributes we support, season ticket loan, performance consider you for all trainee vacancies within the placed with
believe are required to progress to a very senior level at bonus and social events group. We have two intakes each year, in January and
Goodman Jones. Indeed, many of our current managers Graduate application deadline August, but we accept applications all year round and Ongoing
and partners trained at Goodman Jones. 31 January 2017 we can promise you a personal and highly efficient
candidate experience at all stages of the application UNDERGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES
What we look for process. Most vacancies are in central London, but No. of undergraduate opportunities
Up to 8
We look for students with strong academic results. there are also opportunities in Henley on Thames,
However, we consider the whole person in making our Bolton and Manchester. Undergraduate application deadline
selection we believe enthusiasm, the ability to mix Ongoing
with people and communicate, and a determination to Minimum academic criteria
succeed are of equal importance. You will need at least five GCSEs (grade A-C)
including a minimum B grade in Mathematics and
Summary English, 320 UCAS points (ABB) plus an expectation
As a Central London firm of chartered accountants, How to apply of at least a 2:1 degree classification in any discipline. How to apply
we provide a comprehensive training programme, Application method Application method
combining a wide variety of technical work experience CV and cover letter by email Application procedure Online
with personal and professional development. For more information and to apply online, please visit
Contact information our website. Contact information
[email protected] www.hatgroup.co.uk/recruitment

No. of employees
250
NAME Alistair Main
No. of partners
22 LOCATION Staverton, Gloucestershire
Our future is in your hands No. of trainees UNIVERSITY Nottingham

50
Hazlewoods is one of the UKs leading firms of DEGREE Biology
accountants and business advisers servicing a diverse Offices recruited into
ROLE Corporate Services ACA Trainee
client base across a variety of sectors. We truly believe Cheltenham and Staverton
that our success is dependent on the people we employ.
No Whilst studying for my degree in Biology is a great asset. I have found there to be a
To ensure we have a prosperous future, we set our I was unsure of which career path to take, great support network to facilitate my personal
employees up for success. We provide them with which led to me applying for a placement career growth and hope to be leading audit
first class training which is not limited to professional with Hazlewoods. This stimulated an interest fieldwork within two years.
qualifications. At Hazlewoods we want to give our in accountancy and led to me joining the
employees every opportunity they need to develop graduate trainee scheme. Personal attributes which I have found
Job opportunities
beyond their professional careers and offer a wide important in my role with the Corporate
variety of pre and post qualified training opportunities Disciplines recruited from I am a member of the Corporate Services Services team are an inquisitive nature and
designed to meet both technical and personal needs. All disciplines accepted department carrying out mainly statutory audit an eye for detail which allow you to ask the
4 GRADUATE JOBS work for small and medium-sized clients. My right questions of the client. Strong time
We recognise that our employees are individuals and 7 INTERNSHIPS work requires me to regularly go to clients management skills are also a great asset as
not just cogs in big corporate wheels. We commit 4 PLACEMENTS premises where we work as a small team. work often requires prioritisation.
to getting our employees involved in a wide range 7 INSIGHTS
This can involve a small amount of travel; it is
4 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES
of activities right from the start, both in the office always interesting to work in different places As a company I have found Hazlewoods
and on site with clients, and offer a friendly working No. of graduate jobs meeting new people. to offer a great range of experience. As a
environment where new ideas are encouraged and 10 trainee I have been on secondments to other
autonomy is second nature. The work is fascinating and varied, with great departments within the company, allowing
Benefits
20 days holiday, pension scheme, study emphasis placed on understanding and me to work on personal tax returns and
Whether you are looking to start your career in support, flexitime, bike scheme, social questioning the information we are provided focus on accounts preparation, the value of
accountancy or you are looking for the next step in events and life assurance with. Direct contact with customers from which cannot be understated with regards to
your career, Hazlewoods is a great choice and we want Graduate application deadline an early stage has given me a great chance understanding the material you will study for
you to choose us. See website to develop my interpersonal skills, certainly the ACA qualification.
when having the auditors in can be seen as
We are recruiting ten graduate trainees and, in addition, quite intimidating! Aside from the work there is great comradery,
up to eight school leavers. You will receive exceptional 8 with a very active social committee. There are
training and a fast track career. There is a natural progression in work events most months, ranging from go-karting
See website complexity and responsibility as you gain more to wine tasting although a personal highlight
knowledge and experience; a thirst for learning was the black tie Christmas party.
How to apply
Application method
Online application form
Contact information
[email protected]

No. of employees
120+
NAME Emily Griffin
No. of partners
17 LOCATION Watford
Hillier Hopkins has held the Investor In People
accreditation since 1994. More than merely a badge No. of trainees UNIVERSITY Reading
of honour, many of our current Principals careers 25
DEGREE Accounting and Management
developed from the starting point of ACA student
to currently leading the Firm. In fact, our Managing ROLE Chartered Accountancy Student
Watford
Principal started as a student with us.
Hillier Hopkins recognise that giving scope of opportunity No
How did you get your role? Do you have any advice for anyone wanting
and responsibility at an early stage can enhance I applied for the role of Chartered Accountant to join Hillier Hopkins?
knowledge, skills and attitude to a persons future. Student through the Hillier Hopkins website It is not easy studying for your ACA and
and completed the form. I was then invited for therefore you need to be able to focus and
With a growing and diverse client base, as an ACA a telephone interview, followed by a face to work hard. Be organised and determined to
student, you can expect to work on a range of demanding face interview with senior management. I then push through the exams whilst maintaining a
Job opportunities
assignments in any one year. Working closely with a completed some online psychometric tests full time job. You will also need to be prepared
variety of professional members and qualified staff you Disciplines recruited from and finally I had a face to face interview with to take responsibility for your own work early
will learn technical skills and see the results of your input All disciplines accepted the student Principal. on and be willing to take on more senior
from an early stage. Youll work on practical assignments positions at an early stage than would be
4 GRADUATE JOBS
which are directly relevant to your professional 7 INTERNSHIPS Why did you choose Hillier Hopkins? possible at a Big Four firm.
examinations and be given feedback along the way. 4 PLACEMENTS I applied to Hillier Hopkins because of its
7 INSIGHTS
location in relation to my home town and What personal developments have you
Not everyone fits in with our style, but heres an 7
connections to London. I chose to apply noticed since starting your contract?
indicator of what we are looking for: No. of graduate jobs to Hillier Hopkins as it is a mid tier firm The obvious development is confidence. Im
Intelligent, articulate and independent mind with 6 and allows for earlier responsibility and able to work comfortably in a professional
warm, lively interpersonal skills. closer professional relationships with other environment; help other students and
Benefits
A graduate (with or expecting to achieve a 2:1 degree 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank members of staff. Currently as a second year communicate with a wide variety of differing
or above) with good A levels (a minimum of 300 Holidays), healthcare, pension scheme, student, I am already taking out first year clients. Personal organisation has also been a main
UCAS points, or equivalent, excluding general studies). study support and social events students on small audits and helping with development for me. Juggling exams, work and
Looking to enjoy the challenge of working as part training and developing their knowledge the responsibility of being the first point of contact
of a team to deliver results. Ongoing therefore I have been able to take on for clients required a change in my approach.
Committed to your career with a business-like-attitude. responsibility early into my contract and gain
Willingness to accept responsibility early on. UNDERGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES
No. of undergraduate opportunities vital experience from this. How would you describe the culture at
Aim to study hard and pass exams first time. 3 Hillier Hopkins?
A good networker of people. What challenges have you come across and The culture at Hillier Hopkins is professional
Able to be based from Watford, Hertfordshire but Undergraduate application deadline
See website what support have you received? yet personal. For me, a mid tier firm taking on
travel to London and home counties. It has been difficult to adapt to the work, an intake of six students a year is a lot more
life and study environment whilst studying personal than at other firms. Principals know
About us for my ACA. Balancing all three has been a you by your first name and you are encouraged
Established in 1933, Hillier Hopkins is one of the challenge coming from university where the to participate in activities, both work and social.
regions leading independent and progressive Top 50 main priority was studying. Hillier Hopkins At Hillier Hopkins we are one of two firms that
firms of chartered accountants. Serving London and How to apply have supported me through the exams by are active members in the Beds, Bucks and Herts
the Home Counties, we operate a culture of innovation encouraging interaction with students in student society for other ACA students. We are
Application method
where training and development of our people is seen Application form by email other year groups to discuss study tactics therefore heavily involved in organising events
as key to our continued success. With 17 Principals and etc. We also all have mentors in senior for students across the region. The work/life
over 120 staff operating out of offices in Aylesbury, Contact information management who are available to discuss any balance is emphasised at Hillier Hopkins and this
London, Milton Keynes and Watford, our specialist hillierhopkins.co.uk/about-us/working-us
issues with at all times. is one of the reasons I chose to work here.
friendly expertise covers a wide spectrum of advice and
support to individuals and businesses.

No. of employees
280
NAME Heather Porter
No. of partners
30 LOCATION London
HW Fisher & Company No. of trainees UNIVERSITY Leeds
If you are a bright and ambitious graduate thinking 50
DEGREE Art & Design
about your future, HW Fisher can help you on the road
to success. We are a top 30 UK accountancy firm with ROLE ACA Trainee
London
a hugely diverse client portfolio that covers all areas
of commerce and industry. Our services are aimed at International opportunities
entrepreneurial (SMEs) and large corporates. No How did you get your job at HW Fisher? and through working directly with other
I applied for my job using the online trainees who have got a few years experience
Our services include: recruitment system. The application process already and who can offer practical advice
Audit is very detailed and the information included for work and studies. You are encouraged to
Corporate tax Job opportunities is carefully reviewed by the team, who take responsibility for your work and studies
Private client remembered details of my application long from the start, however the culture of the firm
Business recovery and insolvency All disciplines accepted after I had got the job! Your work and life means that someone is always there to offer
Forensic accounting experiences are taken into account not just assistance when you need it.
4 GRADUATE JOBS your academic performance. I do not have a
Corporate finance. 7 INTERNSHIPS
7 PLACEMENTS
relevant degree which has not held me back What skills are useful in this profession?
We pride ourselves on our bright, motivated and 7 INSIGHTS during my time here. Youre not expected to have prior knowledge
commercial teams that work with businesses across a 4 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES of accounting terminology or practice.
broad range of sectors. Why did you choose HW Fisher? Time management is a key skill required for
HW Fishers friendly and supportive atmosphere anyone considering the ACA qualification,
16-18
Your training and development stood out from the first interview. HW Fisher as you will be required to work and study
We offer a challenging ACA training scheme based in Benefits does not use verbal and mathematical at the same time. An inquisitive mind and
20 days holiday, healthcare, study support, reasoning to judge candidates; they take you willingness to learn are very important at all
our audit department, where you can expect to benefit season ticket loan, bike scheme, social
from early responsibility to maximise your full potential. events, life assurance and overtime and your personality into account and you are stages of the training contract.
As well as full training and support, you will have the treated as an individual at all stages.
Graduate application deadline What do you like most about your role?
opportunity to work on an array of clients in various Ongoing
industries including media, property and charities. Whats it like to be part of the training As part of my role, I get to interact with
UNDERGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES programme at HW Fisher? different types of businesses in different
Your professional exam training is provided by BPP and we No. of undergraduate opportunities The learning environment is fast-paced, sectors, meaning I also have to deal with
Varies demanding and requires you to think on different people. I enjoy the interaction and
liaise closely with their professional tutors to monitor your
progress, and ensure you have all the support you need Undergraduate application deadline your feet. The firm has a wide variety of challenges presented, as this is a key part of
to help pass your exams. We provide a comprehensive See website for details clients and as a trainee, you are exposed to working in any area of the financial sector.
programme of in-house training to complement your exam companies and charities of different sizes The exposure to different industries allows
studies to give you the best possible chance of success. and in different sectors. This provides really you to gain a broad understanding of the
valuable experience. There is great support world of business which is helpful for your
Your future through buddy systems, dedicated mentors studies and future career opportunities.
How to apply
After you qualify, you will have important decisions
to make about your future career progression. We Application method
will assist you by recognising your individual skills Online application form at
and abilities, and by continuing to provide you with www.hwfisher.co.uk/careers/graduate-recruitment
challenging and stimulating work as well as the Contact information
opportunity to move to specialist departments. [email protected]
As your career develops, we will help you prepare for new

challenges by providing ongoing training in management
and personal skills, as well as via technical updates.
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No. of employees
39
No. of partners
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help you to achieve your professional goals and
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Chartered Accountancy No. of employees

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NAME Joshua Curtis
No. of partners
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firm of chartered accountants and business advisers DEGREE Accounting & Finance
based in London. The firm has actively developed Offices recruited into
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International, a network which extends to 260 offices,
100 members and 88 countries globally. No I applied for a training contract with Lubbock media business and the next, a global asset
Fine after spending a year in industry after manager as part of a large team.
Our general practice is structured to provide a graduating from university. I was initially
personalised service to all clients and we are dedicated attracted to Lubbock Fine because of its size When Im not studying for ACA exams, the
to meeting their individual requirements. Our clients and central London location. The application majority of my time is spent on assurance
range from large private companies, professional Job opportunities process was thorough, however I was made assignments, however over the course of my
partnerships, smaller family businesses and sole traders. to feel relaxed and welcome at each stage training contract I have had the opportunity
Outside the UK, we also undertake assignments for Disciplines recruited from
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multi-nationals and the European Commission. In friendly feel of the firm. accounts preparation, outsourcing and tax. This
addition to routine audit and tax compliance the firm 4 GRADUATE JOBS wide-ranging exposure to different functions
provides specialist services including IT consultancy, 4 INTERNSHIPS
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corporate finance, specialist audits, insolvency, 7 PLACEMENTS
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interpersonal skills is crucial to us, as is their ability to No. of graduate jobs
base means that work is always varied one my very first day at Lubbock Fine, I knew I had
cope with professional exams alongside daily work. We 5
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monitor the progress of our trainees closely with formal Benefits
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working environment. Our watchword is integrity and No. of undergraduate opportunities
8-10
that is what guides us in our work for clients and in
the running of our business. Opportunities for early Undergraduate application deadline
responsibility and rapid progression are available to 31 March 2017
those who have the necessary attributes.
Training offered
A four year training contract leading through to How to apply
ACA qualification.
Application method
Offices or linked companies outside UK: Russell Online application form
Bedford (Dubai) Limited, Member of Russell Contact information
Bedford International. www.lubbockfine.co.uk/webform/contact-us
EMPLOYER DIRECTORY
Company details
No. of employees
1,600 (UK), 17,000 (worldwide)
No. of partners
130
About Mazars No. of trainees

Mazars is an international, integrated and independent 200+
organisation, specialising in audit, accountancy, tax,
legal and advisory services. We are not only ranked as Birmingham, Bristol, Durham, Edinburgh,
the eighth largest UK partnership by audit fee income, Glasgow, Liverpool, Leeds, Leicester,
but we are also one of Europes largest accounting London, Manchester, Milton Keynes,
firms with a huge global presence, operating in over 70 Nottingham, Poole and Sutton
countries with over 250 offices worldwide.
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Transfer to another business area. All degrees considered
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challenges and can resolve complex problems. We are Benefits
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Mazars is all about people we believe that each UNDERGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES These years are the ones that will shape you, that will push you forward,
individual makes a difference to the Mazars culture. As No. of undergraduate opportunities
an international firm with strong European roots, we 30 that will leave a mark on you. They allow you to travel, to venture and
are a melting pot of different cultures and disciplines. Undergraduate application deadline to contribute to a growing business. We will support you through your
Diversity is one of our main strengths. See website
professional qualification and develop your global employability skills.
Our firm has thrived because of the quality of our You will not find a better environment to achieve your full potential!
individuals the work we do makes a long-term
difference to our clients successes and goals, our rich How to apply [email protected] / [email protected]
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No. of employees
450
No. of partners
45
Our focus at Menzies is providing a #BrighterThinking
approach, going the extra mile to keep clients on-track No. of trainees
to achieve their personal and business objectives. As a 80
top 20 accountancy firm we have a passion for advising
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We apply the same principles to individuals within the firm. Whiteley (Southampton)
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management & economics
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across all areas of our clients businesses. No. of graduate jobs
20
Menzies LLP was voted one of the best Graduate Benefits

Employers to work for in 2016/17 (Job Crowd) with our 23.5 days holiday, healthcare, pension
scheme, study support, flexitime, bike
award winning training and development programme.
scheme, social events and life assurance
We offer personable, friendly and supportive training
environment. All of our ACA & ATT Graduates work in Graduate application deadline
small client assignment teams of three or four people. 31 January 2017
As you progress you will be given more responsibility, UNDERGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES
so that by your second year, for example, you will No. of undergraduate opportunities
already be supervising other trainees. 2-5

We pay all the costs towards your professional exams 31 January 2017
including tuition courses, study manuals, textbooks
and examination fees for the first sitting. During the
Graduate Programme youll receive paid study leave to
How to apply
attend all the tuition courses, in addition to your annual
holiday. Your career with Menzies doesnt just stop Application method
once you complete your ACA or ATT qualification. Covering letter, CV and application form
online
We invest heavily in the training and development of our Contact information
staff, helping them to achieve their aims and objectives www.menzies.co.uk/careers
and further their careers. This core philosophy is why we
won the Best Business for Training and Development
Award at the South London Business Awards 2010.


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Mercer & Hole is a modern firm but with roots 26 About Metric London
established in 1905 by the founding partner, William Metric is a young and dynamic chartered accountancy
Mercer. Whilst Mercer & Hole initially provided just Offices recruited into International opportunities
London, Milton Keynes and St Albans
firm that was established to help Londons growing No
audit and accountancy services, linked to the necessary technology sector. The founders have managed to do
tax calculations and returns, we now work with business International opportunities this by providing an excellent, tailored service.
and private clients on many varied aspects of their No
financial affairs, for example, offering taxation and trust As a result, Metrics clients seek a wide range of
services, business development, corporate finance, services, not simply compliance services. It is because
financial services and rescue, recovery, and insolvency Metrics typical client requires a much greater range
services. One of the top 50 firms of accountants in the of services than a typical business, that the firm is
country, we are also one of the top 20 firms for taxation Job opportunities able to offer talented individuals such a wide range of Job opportunities
services. Two of our number are former presidents of Disciplines recruited from experience. Metric expect such experience will broaden Disciplines recruited from
The Chartered Institute of Taxation and another is a All degrees considered graduates knowledge, enhance their career prospects All disciplines accepted
leading UK lecturer in this field. and improve their earning potential.
7 INTERNSHIPS 7 INTERNSHIPS
In response to the increasingly international nature of 7 PLACEMENTS Qualities we are looking for 7 PLACEMENTS
business, Mercer & Hole became a founder member 7 INSIGHTS Self-motivation and have a willingness to take 7 INSIGHTS
of The International Accounting Group (TIAG) and 4 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES responsibility 7 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES
through this network and its sister network of legal Self-confidence and the ability to use your own initiative
No. of graduate jobs No. of graduate jobs
firms TAGLaw, we can recommend firms to provide 5 Adaptability and a sociable personality Varies
accounting and legal services abroad. A keen interest in technology
Benefits Excitement to work with entrepreneurs and startups Benefits
23 days holiday, pension scheme, study Competitive benefits package
As well as offering you the opportunity to work support, flexitime, season ticket loan, bike Leadership and management potential
for an expanding and reputable firm, trainees are scheme, social events, employee assistance Preferably the ability to speak a second European Graduate application deadline
offered the following: programme and life assurance language Ongoing
Full training, sponsorship and support for A preference for a breadth of experience (e.g.
professional study (ACA, CTA) or (ATT, CTA) Ongoing bookkeeping, accounts, tax, company secretarial
Study leave work and audit, rather than just specialising in one
Competitive salary UNDERGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES
stream initially).
Company pension scheme Varies
Life assurance Your route to the ICAEW (ACA) qualification
Childcare vouchers Undergraduate application deadline You will enter employment under a three year training
Ongoing
Career progression. contract, during which you will receive a wide range
of practical experience while studying for your
We offer trainee opportunities in audit/ professional examinations; all of which leads to the
accountancy, taxation, corporate finance and ICAEW (ACA) Chartered Accountant qualification.
rescue, recovery and insolvency. How to apply How to apply
Practical training to equip you for your work with us is
Registered by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in provided by our training partner (SWAT UK) and more
Application form by post or email All applications are administered through
England & Wales to carry out audit work. Authorised technical training focusing on the exams is provided by our recruitment partner SWAT UK.
and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. Contact information professional tutors from Kaplan. Both are leading training Please visit www.swat.co.uk/Recruitment
www.mercerhole.co.uk/p/Graduate-Programme organisations in the profession, and this is supplemented to apply online
by in-house workshops and training sessions. You will be
given paid study leave, and we also cover the costs of all
courses and examinations for first attempts.

270 870
Firm profile No. of partners Moore Stephens is the UKs 9th largest independent No. of partners
19 73
We are proud to be a top 50 UK accountancy firm, accounting and consulting association, comprising over
providing accounting and business advisory services No. of trainees 1,900 partners and staff in 37 locations. Our objective is No. of trainees
to corporate and private clients, with offices across 25 simple: to be viewed by clients as the first point-of-contact 130
Lancashire, Cumbria, Merseyside and the East Midlands. for all their financial, advisory and compliance needs.
Preston, Lancaster, Blackpool, Nottingham London, Reading and Birmingham
In addition to accountancy services, the firm offers a and Kendal Our success stems from our industry focus, which
wide range of specialisms including audit, corporate enables us to provide an innovative and personal International opportunities
finance, taxation, payroll solutions, financial planning International opportunities service to our clients in our niche markets. We service No
and wealth management. No a broad client portfolio ranging from international
organisations with worldwide operations, to small firms
More than a career and individuals. Specialist sectors include energy and
We are an investor in people organisation and an equal mining, financial services, insurance, not-for-profit,
opportunities employer. We strive to provide rewarding Job opportunities pensions, professional practices, real estate, shipping, Job opportunities
and fulfilling careers for our people whilst helping our Disciplines recruited from transport and public sector. Disciplines recruited from
clients achieve their personal and business goals. Any All degrees considered
Moore Stephens International network is now one of the
We are proud of the firms professionalism and sound 7 INTERNSHIPS
leading international accounting and consulting networks 4 INTERNSHIPS
reputation. We invest substantially in training and 7 PLACEMENTS outside the Big Four, comprising 626 offices of member 7 PLACEMENTS
development, as the people we recruit today have the 7 INSIGHTS and correspondent firms in 103 countries worldwide. 7 INSIGHTS
potential to become the partners of the future. Many 4 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES 4 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES
of our current partners and senior people have risen Opportunities
through the ranks of the firm from trainee level and we 4 Moore Stephens offer graduate and school leaver 50
have won awards for our commitment to people. programmes in our London, Birmingham and Reading
Benefits offices starting every September and January. You Benefits
Competitive benefits package 23 days holiday increasing to 25,
The rewards could join our audit or tax departments having the healthcare, pension scheme, study support,
You will work in a challenging and stimulating Graduate application deadline opportunity to learn from experienced professionals season ticket loan, bike scheme, gym
environment where early responsibility is actively Ongoing while you gain a recognised qualification. We also membership, performance bonus and
encouraged and rewarded. You will also get the chance offer one year internships into our audit and marketing social events
to work on a varied client portfolio alongside business No. of undergraduate opportunities departments starting each summer. Graduate application deadline
owners, helping design solutions which will make a 5 See website
positive difference to their business performance. Undergraduate application deadline Why choose us?
Ongoing We recognise that our growth and future success No. of undergraduate opportunities
Our people enjoy a lively social club, an innovative will be driven by the quality of our people. We are 15
flexible benefits scheme and the opportunity to achieve committed to developing your career by offering:
progression in a friendly and supportive environment. Structured training both for recognised See website
professional qualifications and management skills
How to apply
Our values The opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of
We believe in putting something back, and give our Application method clients, gaining a range of experience
time and energies to supporting our communities and Apply online. Regular feedback on your progress with clear How to apply
Appointments are made as soon as suitable
charitable causes. steps on how to develop in your role Application method
candidates are found, therefore, please
apply early to avoid disappointment. National and international client exposure; and Online application form
If you are a people person and enjoy helping others Many different opportunities to support our
Contact information
succeed, you will derive great job satisfaction from a Contact information corporate social responsibility scheme including www.moorestephens.co.uk/careers
career at Moore and Smalley. If you want more from www.mooreandsmalley.co.uk/careers raising money for our charity of the year.
your career, visit our recruitment site and see what we T: 0177 282 1021 E: [email protected]
have to offer. The life of a trainee at Moore Stephens is a busy one;
full of client work, travel, study and socialising!

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Established in 1912, Myers Clark is one of the largest Nyman Libson Paul are the leading advisors to the UK
independent firms of Chartered Accountants in Watford. Watford
Entertainment & Media industry. Over the years we London and South East
Located 15 minutes by train from London Euston, we have looked after some of the biggest and brightest
are able to offer City standards without the City stress. International opportunities stars and projects in the Film, TV, Music and Theatre International opportunities
No sectors. Our knowledge and expertise has developed No
Known for applying integrity, clarity and innovation to into the Animation, Video Games and Digital sectors as
everything we do, Myers Clark offers a broad range of we continue to evolve with our client base.
tax, audit and accountancy services for hundreds of
businesses and individuals, as well as national and local Your route to the ICAEW ACA qualification
organisations in the not-for-profit sector. You will enter into a three year training contract with
us. A full training programme is provided through our
Your route to the ICAEW (ACA) qualification training partner (SWAT UK) who will also administer
You will enter employment under a three year training Job opportunities your accountancy training and ICAEW exams with one Job opportunities
contract, during which you will receive a wide range of the leading accountancy tutors in London. Paid study
of practical experience while studying for your Disciplines recruited from leave is granted and your course and examination Disciplines recruited from
All disciplines accepted All disciplines accepted
professional examinations; all of which leads to the fees are paid for first attempts. Youll also benefit from
ICAEW (ACA) Chartered Accountant qualification. 4 GRADUATE JOBS regular one-to-one coaching. 4 GRADUATE JOBS
7 PLACEMENTS 7 PLACEMENTS
Practical training to equip you for your work with us is 7 INSIGHTS
Youll also attend a range of practical training courses 7 INSIGHTS
provided by our training partner (SWAT UK) and more 7 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES to help equip you with valuable business skills, such as 7 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES
technical training focusing on the exams is provided IT skills, bookkeeping, leadership and more.
by professional tutors from Kaplan. Both are leading No. of graduate jobs No. of graduate jobs
2-3 3 at each intake
training organisations in the profession, and this is What you can expect
supplemented by in-house workshops and training Benefits You will not be tethered to your desk labouring over Benefits
sessions. You will be given paid study leave, and we Competitive benefits package never-ending jobs. Instead, our students deal directly Competitive benefits package
also cover the costs of all courses and examinations Graduate application deadline with a range of clients from major film and television Graduate application deadline
for first attempts. Ongoing production and distribution companies, West End Ongoing
theatres, cinema and media personalities through to
Join the team manufacturing companies, hotels, restaurants and
Trainees start interacting with clients straight away. professional firms.
The core of our work is year-end accounts, audit and
the related corporation tax computations. Trainees We encourage our staff to provide fast, imaginative and
tackle more complex assignments as they gain practical solutions to our clients business problems
knowledge and experience. Trainees are supervised and while liaising with our tax department, you will be
and reviewed by senior staff who are responsible for How to apply involved in both corporate and personal tax issues. How to apply
training and developing junior staff.
Application method We have high standards and are looking for candidates Application method
All applications are administered through All applications are administered through
We are looking for mature, numerate and intelligent our recruitment partner SWAT UK. with excellent academic qualifications as well as drive, our recruitment partner SWAT UK.
students who are willing to work hard, study hard and Please visit www.swat.co.uk/Recruitment ambition and a thirst for success. Please visit www.swat.co.uk/Recruitment
play hard. Above all, you will need to have the flexibility to apply online to apply online
to adapt to a variety of challenging situations and the Youll enjoy a competitive salary and an excellent
communication skills to express ideas and deal with package. We will also encourage you to maximise your
clients at all levels. potential, as our emphasis is on internal promotion to
both manager and partner level.

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About us PKF Littlejohn LLP is an independent firm of
35 65
PEM is the largest independent firm of chartered chartered accountants and business advisers based
accountants in Cambridge, providing a full range of Offices recruited into in Londons Canary Wharf. Offices recruited into
business, personal and specialist services to a diverse Cambridge London
range of business sectors and individuals. This wide We are one of the largest single office practices in the
International opportunities International opportunities
and varied client base provides a sound basis for our No
UK and provide a full range of audit, accountancy, tax No
training programme ensuring an excellent framework and advisory services to a broad range of clients.
of knowledge and experience is achieved.
Our specialists help clients overcome the challenges
We believe our mentoring and training programme is they face through a comprehensive commercial and
second to none. We are committed to supporting each technical understanding of their businesses and a high Job opportunities
of our trainees in order to enable them to achieve their Job opportunities level of partner involvement.
full potential after all, they are the future managers Disciplines recruited from
and partners of the firm. Disciplines recruited from Our strength? We are medium-sized by choice. We All disciplines accepted
combine the efficiency and technical expertise youd 4 GRADUATE JOBS
We have developed close working relationships with 4 GRADUATE JOBS expect of a major firm, with the intellectual and 4 INTERNSHIPS
our financial training providers and work in harmony 7 INTERNSHIPS personal skills required to build close, successful 7 PLACEMENTS
7 PLACEMENTS client relationships. INSIGHTS
with them to ensure our students have a positive and 7
7 INSIGHTS 4 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES
encouraging training experience. You will be given 7 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES
the opportunity to work in different departments The firm is a member of PKF International, a network No. of graduate jobs
and on a range of projects. Once qualified, we have a No. of graduate jobs of legally independent member firms located in 15
career structure in place to offer you the responsibility, 15 around 125 countries throughout the world.
Benefits
challenge and development that will help you achieve Benefits 20 days holiday, healthcare, pension
the career progression you deserve. 20 days holiday (plus 3 day purchase Sectors of expertise scheme, study support, season ticket loan
option), pension scheme, study support, International businesses in addition to advising and social events
flexitime, bike scheme, social events, car
Who are we looking for? parking and station nearby
many UK SMEs with international expansion plans, Graduate application deadline
We look for graduates who have a strong commercial we work with inward investors ranging from branches Ongoing
and business acumen. You will need excellent Graduate application deadline of overseas businesses to subsidiary companies of
Ongoing UNDERGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES
communication and interpersonal skills and be multinational organisations, advising at all stages of No. of undergraduate opportunities
willing to work to achieve the very best standards in the business life-cycle. 10
professionalism and customer care. However, life at
PEM isnt all about hard work, we strongly believe in a Capital markets businesses looking to list on the
How to apply Ongoing
healthy work/life balance and having fun! London capital markets can call on our expertise in
Application method bringing companies to Londons AIM market from all
Covering letter and CV by email over the world.
How to apply
Contact information Insurance/financial services we have one of the
Mrs Toni Munro Application method
Head of Human Resources largest insurance teams outside of the Big Four and Covering letter and CV by email
PEM are leaders in providing services to insurers and brokers
Salisbury House in the London Market. Contact information
Station Road [email protected]
Cambridge, CB1 2LA
Charities and not-for-profit we work with charities
T: 0122 372 8222 of all sizes, both registered and exempt, including
E: [email protected] those working in education, social enterprise, and
overseas humanitarian and development aid.

No. of employees
300
NAME Victoria Proctor
No. of partners
27 LOCATION London
About us No. of trainees UNIVERSITY Leeds
Price Bailey is an award winning top 30 firm of business 56
DEGREE French and Philosophy
advisers and accountants, with seven offices throughout
East Anglia, London, Guernsey and St Lucia serving ROLE Audit Senior
Bishops Stortford, Cambridge, City of
local SMEs, private clients and regional, national and London, Mayfair and Norwich
international businesses. Weve been established for
over 75 years and offer a wide range of consultancy International opportunities
How did you get your job at Price Bailey? from working within a team and having to
No
and planning skills to complement the traditional I applied through the Stepstone graduate communicate with clients on a daily basis.
accounting, tax and financial services you expect from scheme through the Price Bailey website.
an accountancy firm. My daily/weekly schedule
I then had to take part in an assessment day and It can vary significantly, not least of which
Our StepStone programme had an interview before I was offered the job. depending on which team you are part of. I
Price Baileys approach to training differs from larger am currently within our Corporate team and
firms, in that we aim to provide our trainees with Why I chose Price Bailey therefore my usual week consists of being on
an all-round accountancy experience. This means Job opportunities
One of the main reasons that I chose Price site at a clients premises assisting within an
that rather than being recruited into one area of our Bailey was because they offer a really good audit team which involves:
business, you will have the opportunity to experience All disciplines accepted graduate scheme which allows amazing variety. Assisting with audit testing
many different areas before you choose the Analysing financial data
department best suited to you. 4 GRADUATE JOBS
7 INTERNSHIPS The Stepstone scheme has meant that I have Discussions with the team and the client.
7 PLACEMENTS spent time in a number of the different teams
We have created our very own Graduate Training 7 INSIGHTS throughout the practice which has allowed What challenges have you come across?
Scheme (StepStone) which has been designed to 7 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES me to develop different skills and understand The largest challenge for me so far has been
provide you with an intensive induction programme better which area I would like to pursue the balance between work and study as the
when you first join us, followed by three years of varied 8-10 further going forward. ACA qualification is very demanding and
training across all our departments. As well as having time consuming.
varied practical training, you will also be fully supported Benefits
What is it like working at Price Bailey?
20 days holiday, pension scheme, study
through your chartered accountancy exams. Price Bailey offers a really good work/life Price Bailey offers a really good training
support, season ticket loan, social events
and life assurance balance and there is so much support in each programme where I have received significant
Our culture of the individual teams and within the firm as time to study and revise. In addition, the
At Price Bailey we put our clients first, we work hard Graduate application deadline
15 December 2016 a whole. This creates a really friendly and safe managers and partners are very understanding
and we remain professional at all times. We like to environment and makes it a really enjoyable in the stressful exam periods and they will
think we have similar professional ethics and attitudes place to work. often make every effort to reduce the work
to larger firms, but we probably offer a better work/life expected from me at these points.
balance. We recognise you have a life outside of work What skills have you found useful in the
and we encourage you to make the most of it! Were accountancy sector/profession? Do you have any advice for someone who
extremely sociable as a firm, regularly organising cross I have found that the skills I have learned have would like to work at Price Bailey?
practice social events. How to apply varied significantly. Whilst I have learned a My advice for someone who would like to
lot of obvious academic and technical skills, work at Price Bailey would be that you should
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Covering letter and CV by email or post I have been surprised at how much my soft be hard-working, sociable, friendly and not
Being part of a mid-sized firm means that you will have skills have also improved. These have improved afraid to ask questions!
the opportunity to exercise influence at an early stage Contact information
in your career. You are at the heart of where all the [email protected]
decisions are made and your route to decision making
yourself is a relatively short one. If you feel Price Bailey
is right for you and you would like to be considered for
our StepStone programme, please visit our website.
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No. of employees
xx
50
NAME Jade Eaton
No. of partners
xx
6 LOCATION London
No. of trainees UNIVERSITY University of Warwick
Rees Pollock was formed in 1990 by a team of
xx
17
experienced partners and managers from Ernst & DEGREE MMORSE
Young. Twenty-six years later we have developed a Offices recruited into ROLE Trainee Chartered Accountant
firm that is widely recognised as a leading financial xxx
London
adviser to businesses with turnovers of between
1 million and 50 million, and have won the title xxx
No What is Rees Pollocks application process? As soon as I started in the office, I was
Small Accountancy Firm of the Year. We combine Having emailed my covering letter, CV and involved in audits and visiting clients. Although
the technical expertise of the larger firms with the Job opportunities application form, I was invited to the office this was slightly unnerving, it is the best way
personal attention and approachability of a small firm. to sit a maths test. Immediately after passing to gain experience and build confidence. The
Disciplines recruited from this, I had my first interview with a manager, job is challenging, however everybody at
You will obtain a wide variety of work experience at xxx
which was very relaxed; Rees Pollock wont Rees Pollock from fellow trainees up to the
Rees Pollock. We have particular experience in the 4
Job GRADUATE JOBS
opportunities bombard you with the usual competency- partners is very approachable and friendly,
media, retail, restaurants and financial sectors. We 4 INTERNSHIPS based questions, they are interested in offering lots of help along the way.
encourage our students to think for themselves and 7 PLACEMENTS
Disciplines recruited from getting to know you as an individual. After
4 INSIGHTS
use their initiative. Responsibility is given relatively All degrees considered this interview, I met with a current trainee, Im usually on a different audit every week,
early, although assistance and encouragement are 4 GRADUATE JOBS who was happy to answer further questions so Ive experienced a variety of industries,
never far away. No. of graduate jobs
7 INTERNSHIPS relating to the job and studying for the ACA including finance, retail and restaurants. Plus,
xxx
7 PLACEMENTS qualification. The last stage in the application being part of a smaller firm allows you to be
Rees Pollock recognises that training is one of the most 7 INSIGHTS
Benefits process was a second interview, this time involved in all areas of an audit.
important criteria when choosing an employer. We have xxx with a partner but just as relaxed, and
therefore tailored our package to ensure you obtain No. of graduate jobs deadline another chance to meet a trainee. Finally...
Graduate application
the best all-round experience by using a combination 5-6
xxx Rees Pollocks greatest asset is its people.
of BPP, other specialist training organisations, and our Whats the first year at Rees Pollock like? There is a strong sense of community spirit,
Benefits
own in house and on-the-job training. This has led 21 days holiday + bank holidays, pension My first two weeks were at BPP college, which is shown through the variety of events
to excellent exam pass rates and to a number of our scheme, study support, bike scheme, social studying for two of the six certificate-level that are organised throughout the year:
xxx
students obtaining prizes in their exams. events, life assurance and interest-free loan exams. Within the first seven months of rounders at Hyde Park in the summer, plenty
Undergraduate application deadline starting, I sat all the certificate-level and of student nights, and regular trips to the
xxx
We welcome applications from graduates of any Ongoing three of the six professional-level exams. pub with all our staff! A conference is also
discipline with a consistent record of achievement. We While this was very intense, it was useful to held every September. My first one involved
are looking for strong communication and analytical quickly assimilate knowledge that could be climbing Mount Snowdon, a great way to
skills and a willingness to contribute both to the work applied in the office. bond with my colleagues!
itself and the atmosphere of the firm. In return our
trainees obtain excellent training and the opportunity
to work with a group of very bright people for an How to apply
exciting range of clients.
Application method
Application form via website.
*Early application is strongly advised
Contact information
35 New Bridge Street
London EC4V 6BW
reespollock.co.uk/careers
E: [email protected]

No. of employees
479
NAME Mark Stanford
About Saffery Champness No. of partners
68 (UK) LOCATION London
As a top 20 UK accountancy firm, and advisers to some
of the UKs wealthiest individuals, Saffery Champness is Offices recruited into UNIVERSITY Cambridge
a dynamic and exciting place to launch your career. Bournemouth, Bristol, Edinburgh, Harrogate,
High Wycombe, Inverness, London, DEGREE Japanese
Manchester and Peterborough
Through hard work and innovative thinking to say ROLE Trainee Chartered Accountant
nothing of the personal touch which has long been our International opportunities
trademark we have achieved strong market positions No
across a range of sectors, but particularly private clients. Joining the firm Life at Saffery Champness
When I joined Safferys I had no experience I think the best thing about Saffery
Our style is personal and we value our strong client whatsoever, it was just from speaking to friends Champness is the people; there is support
relationships and genuinely partner-led service. and family that I figured the ACA would be from partners and managers, right down to
Providing excellent training and development Job opportunities the right training for me. From researching the the other trainees. Once you get over your
opportunities for staff is an important part of what job I realised that although it is a profession initial inhibitions about asking silly questions,
we do, as our long-standing Investors in People Disciplines recruited from
with a lot of numbers, a lot of the skill lies in you realise that most people are willing
accreditation demonstrates. We are also very proud to judgment and in dealing with clients. to help you, so its a very healthy learning
have been named as one of Britains Top Employers for 4 GRADUATE JOBS environment. Were large enough that
the thirteenth consecutive year. 4 INTERNSHIPS A career in accountancy probably nobody knows everybody, but not
7 PLACEMENTS
7 INSIGHTS I decided to move into a career in accountancy for so small that it gets claustrophobic.
Our graduate trainees 4 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES the stability. The good thing about the ACA is that
As one of our graduate trainees, you can play a you have a structure; you know that if you pass The kind of clients you work with is flexible.
major part in our ongoing success story. From early No. of graduate jobs all your exams after three years, you will learn a Early on I expressed an interest in charities
on in your time with us, you will be entrusted with 30
massive amount, qualify and earn a higher salary. and theatre clients, and although its too early
real client assignments and real responsibilities. In Benefits to narrow my focus completely, I have found
return, we will support you with our first-class training 20 days holiday, pension scheme, study At Safferys you get exposure to a lot of clients that more and more I am working on clients
and development programme, designed to lay the support, season ticket loan, life assurance,
and a variety of different technical issues. that really matter to me.
bike scheme and social events
foundations for an exceptional career. Its not simply a case of bean-counting and
Graduate application deadline number-crunching, you need to be prepared There is very little pressure on us to do
We seek people with initiative; people who are Ongoing to work on your soft skills, as well as mastering audit work when we are at college, which
collaborative teamworkers, natural communicators and UNDERGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES complicated spreadsheets. is quite different to some other firms. That
able problem-solvers. Above all, we seek people who are No. of undergraduate opportunities means you have time to concentrate on
motivated by providing the highest level of client service. See website Challenges your studies and your stress levels are no
Undergraduate application deadline The exams have definitely been my biggest higher than absolutely necessary. The firm
On the job training See website challenge. I sat three professional exams earlier monitors your development, but supports
We offer three-year training contracts across our this year and the amount of material you rather than pressurises.
offices with a view to becoming an ACA/CA qualified have to cover is overwhelming. For the month
accountant. Qualifying is not just about passing your leading up to exams you tend to just put your There is no doubt that Saffery Champness is
exams; gaining a variety of experiences in a range of social life on hold although it feels pretty a great place to work and the experience you
business environments is of equal importance. We How to apply good when you get through it all. can gain here is invaluable.
offer exciting development opportunities, with the
chance to build your knowledge in many of the sectors Application method
Online
in which we operate, combined with excellent training
and support. You will work in a friendly and progressive Contact information
environment, within teams of varying sizes on audits www.saffery.com
and accounts preparation assignments. From day one
E: [email protected]
you will be given your own area of responsibility. You
may be dealing with private clients, individuals from the
entertainment world, family estates or charities.

c. 110 1,600+
Shipleys is a firm of Chartered Accountants and professional No. of partners At Smith & Williamson we have been providing No. of partners
13 238
business advisors, based in Londons glamorous West End. independent, first-class financial advice to clients for
No. of trainees over 100 years. Today, we are unique in the market, Offices recruited into
Your route to the ICAEW (ACA) qualification c. 19 offering investment management, financial advisory London, Guildford, Bristol, Southampton,
You will enter employment under a three year training and accountancy services as well as private banking. Salisbury and Birmingham
contract, during which you will receive a wide range London and Godalming International opportunities
of practical experience while studying for your And its not just the breadth of our expertise No
professional examinations; all of which leads to the International opportunities that makes us stand out. Professional practices,
ICAEW (ACA) Chartered Accountant qualification. No corporates, non-profit organisations and individuals
value the premium we put on our client relationships.
Practical training to equip you for your work with us is People are the cornerstone of our business and that
provided by our training partner (SWAT UK) and more includes our employees.
technical training focusing on the exams is provided by Job opportunities Job opportunities
professional tutors from Kaplan. Both are leading training Disciplines recruited from
To provide the service our clients expect we know Disciplines recruited from
organisations in the profession, and this is supplemented All degrees considered our trusted business advisers need an empowering Any degree discipline
by in-house workshops and training sessions. You will be and supportive work environment. With 13 UK offices
given paid study leave, and we also cover the costs of all and global reach through membership of Nexia
courses and examinations for first attempts. 7 PLACEMENTS International, were big enough to be competitive. Yet 7 PLACEMENTS
7 INSIGHTS our size means youll be part of a friendly, enthusiastic 7 INSIGHTS
We offer 7 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES team and get to know colleagues across the firm. 7 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES
A competitive salary, benefits and training package.
A friendly and informal working environment, with Varies We know that investing in the careers of our trainees is c. 60
regular contact with senior staff and partners. essential to our continued success. Thats why we have
A keen personal interest in how you are getting Benefits a real commitment to developing the next generation Benefits
Competitive benefits package 23 days holiday, healthcare, pension
on, which includes mentoring. of trusted business advisers across our firm. scheme, study support, bike scheme,
Brilliant work experience in a wide variety of real Graduate application deadline performance bonus, season ticket loan,
client situations. Ongoing For our trainees to flourish, personally and professionally, overtime and social events
Opportunities to develop your career into different we have to attract, grow and retain our talent.
technical specialisations or industry sectors, some Rolling recruitment
perceived as more glamorous than others! Our trainees enjoy exposure to a variety of client- *Early application advised
facing work, with responsibility from an early stage,
What we expect from you along with high-quality professional training. And No. of undergraduate opportunities
Self-motivation and have a willingness to take from start to qualification and beyond, we provide 8-10
responsibility. development opportunities and full support at every
Self-confidence and the ability to use your own stage of their career. Rolling recruitment
initiative. *Early application advised
An adaptable and sociable personality with the Your career is our future. To find out more about the
knack of communicating well with people at all firm and our current opportunities visit our trainee
levels to earn credibility with colleagues and clients. website www.smithandwilliamsontrainees.co.uk
The ability to get along and work with others as
part of a team.
How to apply How to apply
High ethical standards and honesty.
Leadership and management potential. Application method Application method
A professional manner and appearance. All applications are administered through Online
Good IT skills. our recruitment partner SWAT UK.
Please visit www.swat.co.uk/Recruitment Contact information
to apply online www.smithandwilliamsontrainees.co.uk
People work hard when they are here, but we also do
expect them to go home!

No. of employees
c. 7,600 (worldwide)
NAME Tom Sharp
No. of partners
102 LOCATION London
About us
Do you aspire to join a modern and dynamic firm? Then No. of trainees UNIVERSITY University of York
why not join us! As an ambitious and progressive award 40+
DEGREE Politics with International Relations
winning Top 15 Group of UK chartered accountants, we
have a strong national and international network. ROLE Audit Junior
London, Birmingham, Brighton, Letchworth,
Manchester, Newport, Nottingham,
Each trainee is given responsibility from day one and Sheffield, Sunderland, Scotland (with
has the chance to stretch their talents, and experience a Campbell Dallas) and York
What made you choose UHY Hacker Young? What advice would you give to a
wide diversity of work. Our trainees deal with a variety I chose UHY Hacker Young based on its potential trainee?
of clients, from the very small companies, through to No reputation and strong position in Accountancy Apply for summer internships while still at
what we call the dynamic mid-market businesses, Age leader board and also based on a personal university its a good way of getting a feel for
including AIM and fully listed public entities. Job opportunities recommendation. Despite only working here the business. In terms of skills, you have to be
Disciplines recruited from for less than a year I would also definitely focused, determined and diligent when carrying
The recruitment experience may slightly vary from recommend to friends. out the day to day work.
office to office, however, we all share one vision and the
same intrinsic values. 4 GRADUATE JOBS
What is the atmosphere like in the office? Youll also need to keep on top of the ACA
7 INTERNSHIPS
7 PLACEMENTS On the whole, its very good and having exams and revision. Start studying early in the
What makes us a great employer? 7 INSIGHTS worked at a Big Four company prior to year theres a lot to learn in a very short space
From the offset, you will receive exposure to a varied 4 SCHOOL LEAVER SCHEMES joining UHY Hacker Young, the great office of time.
portfolio of clients, as well as access to the best training atmosphere was the most striking difference.
available. Our trainees always tell us that the culture No. of graduate jobs
35 The work/life balance is also comparatively What training and support have you
and family spirit is one of the best firm attributes we very good. You are expected to do some received at UHY Hacker Young?
provide and Lachlan, a graduate within our London Benefits overtime, especially during our busy period When I first joined we had two weeks of
office, strongly agrees: Everyone enjoys being 20 days holiday, gym membership/subsidy,
January to March but its definitely not the internal training taught by members of our
surrounded by so many familiar faces back at our home life assurance, pension scheme (with company
contribution), season ticket loan, private norm for the rest of the year. technical and training department, UHY
ground, and the mood is always jovial. medical and dental cover at discounted rates, managers and even some UHY partners.
the ability to purchase up to five extra days What do you like most about your role?
As an approved training office for the ICAEW, we are leave in salary sacrifice and childcare vouchers
I really like meeting new clients; so far, They took us through the basics of accounting
considered a leading trainer within the accountancy (please note these are for our London office
and may vary at other locations) Ive worked with a wide range of clients in and what our roles would be. We were each
profession but dont just take our word for it; read the industries such as oil and gas, law, investment, given a mentor, a counseling manager and
unedited experiences of our current staff on our early Graduate application deadline
holiday cruises and academies. We spend most a counseling partner, who help us to review
careers site at: www.uhy-earlycareers.com. Varies by office location please see
of our time outside of the office, traveling all our progress and resolve any issues. We also
website for details
over London. There are also opportunities to attend college to study for the ACA, in which
What were looking for UNDERGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES travel around the UK and also abroad. we have 15 exams spread over three years.
We are looking for the partners of the future someone No. of undergraduate opportunities
that has excellent communication skills and the ability to See website
actively engage with clients. Someone that is ambitious, Undergraduate application deadline
passionate and wants to progress within practice. See website
Development and career progression How to apply

We are dedicated to your professional development
Application method
and so have established a mentoring programme to Online application form
support our trainees. We have a genuine passion for
our students to succeed, not only through exams but Contact information
in their future career with us. We are passionate about www.uhy-earlycareers.com
and committed to our staff, and will always try to [email protected]
promote internally; even as far as partner level.
JOB FINDER JOB FINDER
Undergraduate
Type of Opportunities Graduate Opportunities
Opportunities
Benefits
No. of opportunities
Application deadline
Healthcare Scheme
No. of days holiday
Performance bonus
Further info (page)

Season ticket loan
No. of employees
Pension Scheme
No. of partners
No. of trainees
School Leaver
Study support
How to apply
Graduate jobs
Social events
No. of jobs
Placements
Internships
Company
Insights
Taunton,
Burnham on
254 16 35 Any 7 l l l 10 23 l l l l l Ongoing 10 Ongoing Online/Email 56
Sea, Yeovil &
Weymouth
London &
Online via
c. 70 14 12 Guildford Any 7 l 3-4 Ongoing 57
SWAT UK
(Surrey)
120 17 35 London Any 7 l 15 23 l l l 31/05/17 Online/Email 58
192 23 26 London Any 7 l l 12 22 l l l l l Ongoing 5 Ongoing Online 60
Online via
50 8 6 London Any 7 l 2 Ongoing 62
SWAT UK
London & Online via

80 18 15 Any 7 l 4 21 l l l 14/10/16 64
Sevenoaks SWAT UK
c. See
330 30 London Any 7 l l l l 18 22 l l l l l See website See website See website 66
80 website
Online via
64 16 10 London Any 7 l c. 2 Ongoing 67
SWAT UK
London &
140 16 40 Any 4 l l 14-16 21 l l See website 3 April 2017 Online 68
Paris
Undergraduate
Opportunities
Benefits
Healthcare Scheme
No. of days holiday
Performance bonus
Further info (page)

Season ticket loan
No. of employees
Pension Scheme
No. of partners
No. of trainees
School Leaver
Study support
How to apply
Graduate jobs
Social events
No. of jobs
Placements
Internships
Company
Insights
London &
Online via
110 14 7 Braintree Any 7 l 3-5 Ongoing 69
SWAT UK
(Essex)
60 13 20 London Any 7 l 4-6 20 l l l l 31/01/17 Email 70
London, Henley
on Thames,
Varies Any 7 l l <60 Ongoing <8 Ongoing Online 71
Manchester &
Bolton
Cheltenham
250 22 50 Any 7 l l l 10 20 l l l See website 8 See website Online 72
& Staverton
120+ 17 25 Watford Any 7 l l 6 28 l l l l Ongoing 3 See website Email 74
280 30 50 London Any 7 l l 16-18 20 l l l l Ongoing Varies See website Online 76
London & Online via

39 6 11 Any 7 l c. 2 Ongoing 78
Surrey SWAT UK
London,
500+ 50 20 Kent & Any 7 l l l 15 22.5 l l l l l 31/01/17 Varies See website Online 80
Sussex
320 24 35 Nationwide Any 7 l l 8 21 l l l 31/10/16 11 31/12/16 Online 83
Undergraduate
Opportunities
Benefits
Healthcare Scheme
No. of days holiday
Performance bonus
Further info (page)

Season ticket loan
No. of employees
Pension Scheme
No. of partners
No. of trainees
School Leaver
Study support
How to apply
Graduate jobs
Social events
No. of jobs
Placements
Internships
Company
Insights
100 13 22 London Any 7 l l l 5 29 l l l l l l 31/01/17 8-10 31/03/17 Online 84
1,600
130 200+ Nationwide Any 4 l l l l 150 20 l l l l l See website 30 See website Online 86
(UK)
450 45 80 Nationwide See profile 7 l l l 20 23.5 l l l l 31/01/17 2-5 31/01/17 Online 88
London,
Milton
155 16 26 Any 7 l l 5 23 l l l l Ongoing Varies Ongoing Email/Post 90
Keynes &
St Albans
Online via
7 2 London Any 7 l Varies Ongoing 91
SWAT UK
270 19 25 Nationwide Any 7 l l 4 Ongoing 5 Ongoing Online 92
London,
870 73 130 Reading & Any 7 l l l 50 23 l l l l l l See website 15 See website Online 93
Birmingham
Online via
66 6 3 Watford Any 7 l 2-3 Ongoing 94
SWAT UK
London & Online via

111 18 18 Any 7 l 3 Ongoing 95
South East SWAT UK
Undergraduate
Opportunities
Benefits
Healthcare Scheme
No. of days holiday
Performance bonus
Further info (page)

Season ticket loan
No. of employees
Pension Scheme
No. of partners
No. of trainees
School Leaver
Study support
How to apply
Graduate jobs
Social events
No. of jobs
Placements
Internships
Company
Insights
150 11 35 Cambridge Any 7 l 15 20 l l l Ongoing Email 96
200 38 65 London Any 7 l l l 15 20 l l l l l Ongoing 10 Ongoing Email 97
300 27 56 Nationwide Any 7 l 8-10 20 l l l l 15/12/16 Email/Post 98
London & Online via

65 7 6 Any 7 l 1-2 Ongoing 100
St Albans SWAT UK
50 6 17 London Any 7 l 5-6 21 l l l Ongoing Online 102
68 See
479 Nationwide Any 7 l l l 30 20 l l l l Ongoing See website Online 104
(UK) website
London & Online via

c. 110 13 c. 19 Any 7 l Varies Ongoing 106
Godalming SWAT UK
1,600+ 238 Nationwide Any 7 l l c. 60 23 l l l l l l Ongoing 8-10 Ongoing Online 107
c. See
102 40+ Nationwide Any 7 l l 35 20 l l l See website See website See website 108
7,600 website

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