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 audit and accounting firm is seeking a Part-Qualified ACA Audit Trainee to join their nonprofit sector team in London. This role offers hands-on experience in conducting audits, drafting financial recommendations, and supporting a diverse range of clients. Ideal candidates will be currently pursuing their ICAEW ACA qualification and have at least one year of relevant audit experience. This position promises a supportive environment that encourages professional development.

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards the ICAEW ACA qualification.
• 1 year of audit experience with nonprofit clients is mandatory.
• Excellent communication skills and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audit fieldwork for nonprofit clients.
• Draft recommendations for financial improvements.
• Assist in planning audits and prepare financial statements.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Technical Competence

Relationship Building

Education

2:1 degree or equivalent

112 UCAS points

Tools

Pro-audit

CCH Accounts Production

Xero accounting

Quickbooks

Alphatax

Office 365

Job description

Part-Qualified ACA Audit Trainee (Nonprofit sector)

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We are seeking a motivated and ambitious individual who is nearing completion of their ICAEW ACA qualification. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and accredited training firm that is committed to delivering first-class professional development in a collaborative and friendly working environment.

Department: Non Profit

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: City, London

Compensation: £30,000 - £42,000 / year

Our award-winning Nonprofit group deliver a comprehensive range of auditing and accounting services, as well as specially tailored offerings for the nonprofit sector. We focus on charities, education and trade associations and membership bodies. According to the data collated over the last 10 years from the Charity Finance’s Audit Survey our charity team has consistently ranked first for overall service among the top 10 charity specialist firms in England.

As a Senior Associate, you will build on your existing experience while continuing your journey toward full qualification. You’ll benefit from tailored support, hands-on exposure to a diverse client portfolio, and a culture that values both technical excellence and personal growth.

As part of our nonprofit team, you will gain valuable experience working with a diverse range of charities and independent schools, as well as corporate exposure through engagement with trading subsidiaries and corporate membership organisations. With a team of over 70 professionals, we are deeply committed to growth, development, and supporting trainees every step of the way.

The experience is varied. Some projects last a few days, others a few weeks. You will get to grips with all aspects of the role and audit process. We encourage you to take responsibility early on, and you will get to grips with all aspects of the role and audit process.

To learn more about working in our Non Profit team, hear from Sam and Anjali.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting audit fieldwork on behalf of a wide variety of nonprofit clients, with support from the wider audit team.
• Drafting recommendations for improvements to clients’ financial systems and controls
• Attending 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.
• Maintaining knowledge of all relevant ISA requirements and MKS internal policies in producing audit files.
• Demonstrating a solid understanding of double entry accounting/bookkeeping.
• Working with other trainees to deliver assignments and assisting them with their personal development.

Who are we looking for?

• 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. Or, progressed onto 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
• We’re looking for people who are excellent communicators, adaptable, enjoy building relationships and are passionate about developing themselves.

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

Seniority level

• Internship

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Accounting

London, England, United Kingdom 10 months ago