Part-Qualified ACA Audit Trainee (Nonprofit sector)

Moore Kingston Smith LLP; City of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in London is seeking a Part-Qualified ACA Audit Trainee to support audit fieldwork for various nonprofit clients. You will assist in drafting recommendations, preparing financial statements, and communicating with clients. Candidates should be pursuing the ICAEW ACA qualification and have at least 1 year of audit experience. This role offers a salary range of £30,000 – £42,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards the ICAEW ACA qualification.
• Have at least 1 year of audit experience with nonprofit clients.
• Technically competent and able to adapt.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audit fieldwork for nonprofit clients.
• Prepare financial statements and draft recommendations.
• Assist in planning audits and communicate with clients.

Skills

Audit experience

Communication skills

Adaptability

Client relationship building

Education

2:1 or above from a degree

112 UCAS points from three A-Levels

Tools

Pro-audit

CCH Accounts Production

Xero accounting

QuickBooks

Alphatax

Office 365

Job description

Part-Qualified ACA Audit Trainee (Nonprofit sector)

Join Moore Kingston Smith as a Part‑Qualified ACA Audit Trainee in the nonprofit sector. This role is based in London, United Kingdom.

Compensation: £30,000 – £42,000 per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct audit fieldwork on behalf of a wide variety of nonprofit clients, with support from the wider audit team.
• Draft recommendations for improvements to clients’ financial systems and controls.
• Attend client meetings with the wider team.
• Assist in planning audits, including reviewing prior year information and preparing lead schedules.
• Prepare financial statements in line with relevant standards and legal requirements.
• Draft corporation tax computations and support tax‑related audit procedures.
• Support the preparation of audit close‑out meeting materials and discussion points.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, including technical and tax departments.
• Help manage client expectations and meet deadlines throughout the audit process.
• Maintain knowledge of all relevant ISA requirements and MKS internal policies in producing audit files.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of double entry accounting/bookkeeping.
• Work with other trainees to deliver assignments and assist them with their personal development.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Currently studying towards the ICAEW ACA qualification, having begun or completed professional level papers.
• Have achieved a 2:1 or above from a degree in any discipline. Alternatively, progress to the ACA qualification via an alternative route such as completing AAT Level 4.
• Have obtained at least 112 UCAS points from three A‑Levels, or equivalent qualifications.
• At least 1 year of audit experience and experience of working with non‑profit clients is mandatory.
• Technically competent.
• Experience of Pro‑audit, CCH Accounts Production, Xero accounting, QuickBooks and Alphatax, Office 365 would be desirable.
• Excellence in communication, adaptability, and a passion for building relationships and personal development.

For full details of the skills we look for and our trainee programme, please see Early talent | Careers in accountancy – Moore Kingston Smith (mooreks.co.uk).